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4xx Client Error

HTTP 425 Too Early

The server will not process a request that might be replayed.

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What 425 means

Related to TLS 1.3 early data (0-RTT), which could be replayed by an attacker.

Common causes

  • A request sent in TLS early data to a sensitive endpoint.

How to fix it

  1. Retry the request after the TLS handshake completes; most clients do this automatically.

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FAQ

What does HTTP 425 mean?
425 Too Early is a 4xx client error status code. The server will not process a request that might be replayed.
What causes a 425 error?
A request sent in TLS early data to a sensitive endpoint.
How do I fix HTTP 425?
Retry the request after the TLS handshake completes; most clients do this automatically.

Defined in RFC 8470.

Other 4xx client error codes