Vibe Security: Web App Security Checklist

April 2, 2025 · View on GitHub

A comprehensive web application security checklist for developers, created by Alex Stojcic.

Overview

Security is critical for any web application, yet it's often overlooked or considered too complex to manage. This repository contains a comprehensive Web App Security Checklist that aligns with industry-leading best practices to help vibe coders, developers, and teams easily ensure their applications remain safe and resilient.

How to Use This Checklist

For Cursor/Windsurf:

Clone this repository or download the files
Copy the web_app_security.md file into your project's /documentation folder
Commit and push to your repo to ensure it's accessible to your team

For Simpler Tools (e.g., Lovable):

Simply copy and paste the contents of web_app_security.md directly into the chat window to easily share and track security implementation with your team.

What's Included

This repository contains a comprehensive security checklist covering 17 critical areas:

Authentication
Middleware Protection
Role-Based Access Control (RBAC)
Sensitive Data Handling
Error Handling
Input Validation
Database Security
Hosting
Secure Communications
Logging and Monitoring
Security Testing and Audits
Backup and Disaster Recovery
Dependency Management
Rate Limiting and Anti-Abuse
Data Privacy Compliance
Incident Response & Security Awareness
Infrastructure as Code (IaC) Security

Benefits

✅ Proactively addressing security helps prevent costly incidents and builds trust with users. ✅ Follow industry-leading best practices with easy-to-implement guidelines. ✅ Keep your application secure with comprehensive coverage of key security areas.