WININET_E_REDIRECT_NEEDS_CONFIRMATION: meaning and diagnosis

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The HTTP redirect requires user confirmation.

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WININET_E_REDIRECT_NEEDS_CONFIRMATION

WININET_E_REDIRECT_NEEDS_CONFIRMATION is a WinINet HRESULT. It means that WinINet will not automatically follow the redirect until the user confirms it. The redirect may cross a security boundary, alter the target, or fall under an interactive policy.

What to check for WININET_E_REDIRECT_NEEDS_CONFIRMATION

Inspect the redirect chain, destination host and scheme before approving it.
For non-interactive applications, configure approved redirect behavior instead of waiting for UI confirmation.
Do not automatically forward credentials or sensitive request bodies to a different origin.

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