Secure coding is essential to protect software systems from vulnerabilities. Here are key principles and practices to follow:

🔑 Core Security Principles

  • Input Validation
    Always validate and sanitize user inputs to prevent injection attacks.

    Input_Validation
  • Least Privilege ⚠️
    Restrict program permissions to the minimum required for its function.

    Least_Privilege
  • Error Handling 🛠️
    Avoid exposing sensitive information in error messages.

    Error_Handle
  • Secure Defaults 📌
    Design systems with security in mind by default, not as an afterthought.

    Secure_Defaults

🧠 Best Practices for Secure Development

  1. Follow OWASP Top Ten guidelines.
  2. Use static code analysis tools like SonarQube for vulnerabilities.
  3. Implement regular security audits and penetration testing.

📘 Recommended Resources

Stay secure and keep learning! 🌐🔒