Today, Node.js is widely used in web and mobile applications, for it fills the gap between front-end and back-end applications. Unfortunately, increased usage of Node.js has opened new doors for attackers to exploit misconfigurations and vulnerabilities. By Lahiru Hewawasam.
The article main content is split into:
- Validate user inputs
- Using a reverse proxy to add a layer of security
- Managing application secrets
- Using HTTP response headers
- Server-side logging and monitoring
- Using security linters that capture vulnerabilities in code
Code linters help developers identify various issues in the code before compiling. They can detect the most common issues and force developers to follow best practices.Good read!
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