Question:
Why does SecurityScorecard show hxxp/hxxps next to some external links on the SSC Platform and API?
Answer:
The usage of "hxxp/hxxps" instead of "http/https" for some external links is a precautionary measure to avoid inadvertently directing users to potentially harmful websites. This practice helps prevent accidental clicks on malicious sites by requiring users to manually edit the URL before visiting the site. It is a standard approach we use for external domains, regardless of their legitimacy.