What are some common options for securing an Akka HTTP application beyond basic authentication and session management?
To secure an Akka HTTP application beyond basic authentication and session management, consider the following options :
1. HTTPS : Enable SSL/TLS encryption for data transmission to protect sensitive information from eavesdropping or tampering.
2. CORS : Implement Cross-Origin Resource Sharing policies to control which domains can access your API, preventing unauthorized cross-domain requests.
3. CSRF Protection : Add anti-CSRF tokens to forms and validate them server-side to prevent Cross-Site Request Forgery attacks.
4. Content Security Policy (CSP) : Define a CSP header to restrict sources of content like scripts, images, and styles, mitigating XSS vulnerabilities.
5. Rate Limiting : Apply rate limiting on API endpoints to prevent abuse and denial-of-service attacks.
6. Input Validation : Validate user input on both client and server sides to avoid injection attacks and ensure data integrity.
7. Dependency Management : Regularly update dependencies and use tools like Snyk or OWASP Dependency-Check to identify known security vulnerabilities.
