Protecting Against Common Node.js Vulnerabilities
Node.js applications can be vulnerable to issues like command injection, path traversal, and insecure APIs. Learn how to avoid these common Node.js security pitfalls.
Tag: security
Input Validation Security Best Practices for Node.js
Building secure node.js applications starts with applying essential input validation best practices and techniques to prevent common security vulnerabilities.
A Node.js Vulnerability Scanner to Avoid Security Risks of EOL Runtime Versions
Don't let vulnerabilities slow you down: Introducing is-my-node-vulnerable, the Node.js vulnerability scanner. Securing your Node.js applications in production is crucial. This blog post explores is-my-node-vulnerable, a free and easy-to-use scanner developed by Node.js expert Rafael Gonzaga.
JavaScript Security Issues in Node.js Applications
Introducing JavaScript security issues in Node.js applications such as Cross-site Scripting (XSS) and Content Security Policy (CSP).
OWASP Node.js Authentication, Authorization and Cryptography Practices
Properly implementing authentication and authorization is crucial for securing Node.js apps. This section covers guidelines like proper session management, password hashing, and attack prevention.
OWASP Node.js Best Practices Guide
Learn how to secure Node.js applications with OWASP's comprehensive best practices guidelines and practical techniques for authentication, authorization, cryptography, input validation, and more.
North Korea malware on npm and Ledger connect-kit crypto heist
North Korean state hackers compromise npm supply chain with malicious packages; crypto thieves exploit Ledger Connect kit library published to npm, stealing $600k before detected; incident highlights risks of uncontrolled open source usage and need for better validation, monitoring of third party code.
Node.js and OWASP Top Ten Command Injection: Don't Let Your App Go 'BOOM'
Exploring the OWASP Top Ten list, and dissecting how Node.js applications can fall prey to command injection attacks. With practical insights, learn how to fortify your Node.js projects against this top security risk. Command injection may be no laughing matter, but this engaging exploration will have you smiling as you enhance your Node.js security expertise.
Secure Code Review Tips to Defend Against Vulnerable Node.js Code
How do you identify vulnerable code patterns? Can you spot insufficient input validation? Enhance your Node.js development security with this guide to secure code review.
Destroyed by Dashes: How Two Hyphens Cause Argument Injection Vulnerability in blamer npm Package
Let's explore a recently disclosed argument injection flaw in the popular 'blamer' npm package that allowed overwriting arbitrary files by exploiting the 'git blame' command. By passing unchecked user input directly to the Linux command, attackers could trigger damaging behavior.