General Security Best Practices
Here are some general security tips to keep your Sample Application secure:
Use Strong Passwords: Always use a combination of letters, numbers, and special characters for your passwords. Avoid using common words or phrases.
Keep Software Updated: Regularly update your application and its dependencies to ensure you have the latest security patches.
Use HTTPS: Always use HTTPS to encrypt data in transit and protect against eavesdropping and man-in-the-middle attacks.
Common Security Threats
SQL Injection: This is a type of attack where an attacker can execute malicious SQL code by manipulating user inputs. To prevent this, always use parameterized queries or prepared statements.
Cross-Site Scripting (XSS): This occurs when an attacker can inject malicious scripts into web pages viewed by other users. To prevent XSS, always encode user input before inserting it into the DOM.
Cross-Site Request Forgery (CSRF): This is an attack that forces an end user to execute unwanted actions on a web application in which they are currently authenticated. To prevent CSRF, use anti-CSRF tokens.
Additional Resources
For more information on web application security, please refer to our Web Security Guide.