Secure WebSocket (wss) is a variant of the WebSocket protocol based on the HTTP Secure (HTTPS) protocol. WebSocket is a communication protocol that enables bidirectional communication between a client and a server over a single, persistent connection. Unlike traditional HTTP connections, which are based on request and response, WebSocket allows continuous real-time data transmission.
The security of WebSocket is ensured by using TLS/SSL (Transport Layer Security/Secure Sockets Layer) for encrypting and authenticating the data transmission. By using wss, the communication between the WebSocket client and server is encrypted, ensuring the confidentiality and integrity of the transmitted data.
The use of wss is particularly important when transmitting sensitive information, as encryption ensures that third parties cannot eavesdrop on or manipulate the data. This is especially relevant when WebSocket is employed in applications such as real-time chats, online games, financial transactions, or other scenarios where privacy and security are of high importance.
