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Cross-Origin Resource Sharing (CORS)

Cross-Origin Resource Sharing (CORS) is a browser-enforced security and integration mechanism that controls which external origins may access a web application's resources. It relies on standardized HTTP headers to allow or block cross-origin requests. Proper configuration of Access-Control headers affects both security and interoperability in modern web and

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Content type
Concept

Theoretical construct: explains a term, principle, or mental model.

Classification level
Structure

What organizes, connects, or makes decisions possible.

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  • CORS is a browser-enforced security and integration model that controls which external origins are allowed to access web resources.

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Organizational level
Domain

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Organizational maturity
Intermediate

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Impact area
Technical

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Decision type
Architectural

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Value stream stage
Build

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Complexity
Medium

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Maturity
Established

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Cognitive load
Medium

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