Is a 403 error a security measure?

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Is a 403 error a security measure?
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Absolutely. A 403 error is frequently used as a security measure to prevent unauthorized access to sensitive parts of a website. It's a more targeted restriction than a 404 (Not Found) error, which suggests the resource simply doesn't exist.