How can I get HttpServletRequest when in an HttpSessionListener?

Question

How can I access request headers from a SessionListener?

I need to set a timeout on the current session when it is created. The timeout needs to vary based on a head

Answer 1

The HttpSessionListener does not have access to the request because it is invoked when no request has been made—to notify of session destruction.

So, a Filter or Servlet would be better places to examine the request and specify the session timeout.