Web Application Security 101

ipratikmali

Pratik Mali

Posted on October 22, 2023

Web Application Security 101

πŸ”’ Is your web application secure? 5 common vulnerabilities you need to know! πŸ”’

Online applications hold sensitive information, making security a top priority. 🌐

But, many web apps have security flaws that hackers can exploit. 😨

1️⃣ Injection Attacks: Malicious code can be injected into your app, exposing sensitive data. Protect your app by sanitizing user input! πŸ‘©β€πŸ’»

2️⃣ Cross-Site Scripting (XSS): Attackers insert harmful code into your app, stealing user information. Prevent this by cleaning up user input and implementing CSP. πŸ›‘οΈ

3️⃣ Broken Authentication & Session Management: Weak passwords and session hijacking can compromise user data. Use strong password restrictions and multi-factor authentication. πŸ”

4️⃣ Security Misconfiguration: Improper configuration of web servers and frameworks can lead to vulnerabilities. Stay up-to-date with security patches and configure your servers securely. βš™οΈ

5️⃣ Cross-Site Request Forgery (CSRF): Users can be tricked into performing actions without their consent. Prevent this by using CSRF tokens. 🎟��

Remember, web application security is essential for protecting sensitive data! πŸ’»

What steps are you taking to secure your web applications? Share your tips below! πŸ‘‡

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πŸ’– πŸ’ͺ πŸ™… 🚩
ipratikmali
Pratik Mali

Posted on October 22, 2023

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