Can Cookies on Websites Be Dangerous?

Yes, the 'accept' button can be a front for clickjacking attacks. Certain sites may not have the right security measures in place, which could expose you to this risk. Just be aware that most sites employ security headers to protect against these types of attacks, but not all are secure.

Pressing the cookie button doesn’t open you up to any risk that wouldn’t already be present just by visiting the site. Any malicious code can run as soon as the page loads, so the button itself isn't any more dangerous. But keep in mind that certain actions, like accessing your clipboard or creating pop-ups, usually require a direct user interaction. It's more about the overall safety of the website than the button itself.

Using tools like VirusTotal to scan sites can be useful, along with browser extensions like uBlock Origin to help minimize your risk. Just remember that cookies mainly store info like preferences and session tokens, and they don’t execute any code, although they can be used for tracking, which raises some privacy concerns.

If you're worried that a site might hack your device when you click the cookie button, it’s probably best to avoid that site altogether. Generally, if you trust the website, clicking the button shouldn’t pose any extra risk compared to just visiting the site.