Secure Coding Auditing - OWASP Top 10

1. Introduction

Secure coding auditing is a critical process within the OWASP Top 10 framework aimed at identifying vulnerabilities in software applications. This lesson will guide you through the concepts, processes, and best practices for conducting secure coding audits.

2. Key Concepts

3. Auditing Process

3.1 Step-by-Step Auditing Process

        graph TD;
            A[Start Audit] --> B[Identify Code Components];
            B --> C[Review Code for Vulnerabilities];
            C --> D[Document Findings];
            D --> E[Suggest Remediations];
            E --> F[End Audit];
        

3.2 Detailed Steps

1. Identify all components of the codebase that require auditing.
2. Review the code against OWASP Top 10 vulnerabilities:
• Injection
• Broken Authentication
• Sensitive Data Exposure
• XML External Entities (XXE)
• Broken Access Control
• Security Misconfiguration
• Cross-Site Scripting (XSS)
• Insecure Deserialization
• Using Components with Known Vulnerabilities
• Insufficient Logging & Monitoring
3. Document all findings in a structured report.
4. Provide remediation suggestions for identified vulnerabilities.

4. Best Practices

• Adopt secure coding standards and guidelines.
• Utilize automated tools to aid in code reviews.
• Conduct regular training on secure coding for developers.
• Implement a secure development lifecycle (SDLC).
• Perform threat modeling during the design phase.

5. FAQ