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When I first started working on web applications, I realized that security was an afterthought. We'd build the app, and then try to bolt on security measures later. This approach led to some significant issues, including a major data breach that cost our company $100,000.
Since then, I've made it my mission to prioritize security from the outset. In this article, I'll share 5 easy security optimizations that you can implement in your web applications to significantly improve their security posture.
1. Validate User Input
One of the most common web application vulnerabilities is the failure to validate user input. This can lead to SQL injection attacks, cross-site scripting (XSS), and other malicious activities. To mitigate this risk, you should always validate user input on the server-side.
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