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noopener on target=_blank

Links that open a new tab should set rel=noopener (or noreferrer) to prevent tabnabbing.

Pass condition in our engine: target=_blank links include noopener or noreferrer.

1. Problem description

The new page can historically rewrite window.opener. Modern browsers default noopener on _blank, but explicit rel remains good hygiene and helps older agents. We flag target=_blank without noopener/noreferrer.

2. Most common causes

  • CMS automatically adds target=_blank to all externals.
  • Share buttons generated without rel.

3. How to fix it

  1. Add rel="noopener noreferrer" (noreferrer also hides Referer).
  2. Or drop target=_blank and let users choose.

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