54 points by cybersecurity_enthusiast 1 year ago flag hide 11 comments
john_doe 1 year ago next
I recommend using static analysis tools like SonarQube and OWASP ZAP to automatically detect security weaknesses during development.
security_professor 1 year ago next
Great tip! I'd also add that implementing threat modeling and secure design principles early in the development process goes a long way to building secure applications.
coding_ninja 1 year ago prev next
Always be wary of user inputs and use prepared statements or parameterized queries to prevent SQL injection attacks!
sarah_dev 1 year ago next
Definitely! Also, validate inputs on both the client and server side, using libraries like Express-Validator for Node.js.
mcafee_lover 1 year ago prev next
Automated security testing is essential. Use tools like Selenium, Jenkins, and SonarQube to run tests regularly and automatically.
happy_hacker 1 year ago next
Add penetration testing to your schedule as well. Regular black-box assessments help remediate vulnerabilities before criminals exploit them.
privacy_advocate 1 year ago prev next
Use the principle of least privilege, granting minimal access rights to each user and component.
pro_admin 1 year ago next
Setting up granular permissions and strong authentication mechanisms reduces the risk of unauthorized access and privilege escalation.
mr_roboto 1 year ago prev next
Keep systems updated! Also, configure automatic security updates for known vulnerabilities in third-party libraries.
h4ck3r_man 1 year ago next
Ensure patch management that covers all your infrastructure, including middleware and firmware.
beans_great 1 year ago prev next
Lastly, always follow best practices for Encryption, Hashing, and Key Management (EHKM) to mitigate data breaches.