Security Checklist: OWASP Top 10 Guide
1. Injection2. Broken Authentication3. Sensitive Data Exposure
Prevent SQL Injection
Use prepared statements and parameterized queries to protect against SQL injection attacks.
Implement multi-factor authentication to enhance security.
Encrypt Data
Ensure all sensitive data is encrypted both in transit and at rest.
4. XML External Entities (XXE)
Disable external entity processing in XML parsers to prevent XXE attacks.
5. Broken Access Control
Regularly test access controls to ensure they are functioning correctly.
6. Security Misconfiguration
Automate security configurations and conduct regular audits.
7. Cross-Site Scripting (XSS)
Sanitize and validate all user inputs to prevent XSS attacks.
8. Insecure Deserialization
Monitor and restrict deserialization of untrusted data.
9. Using Components with Known Vulnerabilities
Keep software components up to date and patch known vulnerabilities.
10. Insufficient Logging & Monitoring
Implement comprehensive logging and monitoring to detect and respond to security incidents.
