21st June 2023

5 Common Server Vulnerabilities with Node.js

Introduction Node.js is a powerful and widely-used JavaScript runtime environment for building server-side applications. However, like any other software, Node has its own set of vulnerabilities that can lead to security issues if not properly addressed. Please do note that these vulnerabilities are not unique to Node, they can be found in every backend programming language. This article will explore 5 common vulnerabilities: 1. Injection Vulnerabilities Node applications are vulnerable to injection attacks, such as SQL injection, NoSQL injection, and Command Injection. These types of attacks occur when an attacker inputs malicious code into a vulnerable application and the application executes it. An injection vulnerability […]