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Security Best Practices Checklist
Secure Coding Practices
Follow the principle of least privilege in code, only giving necessary permissions.
Input validation should be enforced to prevent injection attacks.
Implement proper error handling that does not expose sensitive information.
Authentication and Access Control
Enforce strong password policies and support multi-factor authentication.
Regularly review and update access permissions and roles.
Ensure secure session management with timeouts and secure cookies.
Data Protection and Privacy
Encrypt sensitive data in transit and at rest using industry-standard encryption methods.
Implement proper data retention and disposal policies.
Ensure compliance with relevant data protection regulations like GDPR or HIPAA.
Application Security Testing
Conduct regular security code reviews and audits.
Perform static and dynamic analysis using automated security scanning tools.
Carry out penetration testing to identify and mitigate potential vulnerabilities.
Network and Infrastructure Security
Use firewalls and intrusion detection/prevention systems to protect network resources.
Secure configuration of servers, databases, and other critical infrastructure.
Regularly update and patch operating systems and applications.
Incident Response and Monitoring
Develop and test an incident response plan.
Monitor systems for unusual activity that may indicate a security incident.
Maintain and review logs to support forensic analysis and troubleshooting.
