Over the past few days, the tech community has been discussing a new wave of automated attacks exploiting a recently disclosed critical vulnerability in Next.js.
Events like these serve as a reminder of something we all know — yet too often postpone:
security isn’t a one-time setup. It’s a constant, ongoing responsibility.
When a major vulnerability goes public, automated scanners begin sweeping the entire internet within minutes. They detect unpatched versions and immediately attempt to deploy malicious payloads. These aren’t targeted attacks — they’re fully automated systems that exploit any available opening.
Here are a few practices that can prevent most of the damage:
- Keep dependencies up to date.
Even a single outdated library can open the door to automated exploitation.
- Install security patches as soon as they’re released.
Time is critical. Attackers automate everything — we need to react fast.
- Monitor your infrastructure continuously.
Unexpected files, strange processes, unusual traffic patterns — early detection is key.
- Treat security as ongoing maintenance, not a checkbox.
A secure application requires constant attention.
Situations like the current global attack wave highlight the same truth every time:
your product stays secure only as long as it stays maintained.
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