<http://www.dwheeler.com/secure-programs/Secure-Programs-HOWTO/avoid-get-non-queries.html>
 
lists some problems to consider.

Mitchell Stoltz wrote:

> Those long query strings can serve both purposes - security and 
> customization. They do roughly the same thing as cookies, although 
> each has its advantages and disadvantages.

> Justin wrote:
>
>> I'm a newbie to web app security. Are URLs you see with long 
>> querystrings,
>> for security reasons or to allow the end user to add to favourites 
>> (get the
>> exact same page/situation back- url integrity). I'm learning how to 
>> maintain
>> a 'session' with a logged-in user.
>>
>> Tks
>> Justin
>>
>>
>>
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>
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