💡 How to Protect Your Node.js App from CSRF Attacks with csurf

As a developer, security should be your non-negotiable. One mistake with Cross-Site Request Forgery (CSRF), and you could be opening the door for malicious attacks. Here's how you can protect your Node.js app with a simple solution: the csurflibrary.

🚀 How to Use csurfin Your Node.js App Made Simple

Step 1: Install the csurf package --> npm install csurf

Step 2: Add it to your app code in image
First, make sure you're using sessions or cookies because CSRF tokens are stored in them.

What does this do?

1️⃣ Adds CSRF protection to your routes.
2️⃣ Ensures that every form submission or request includes a CSRF token, so no external attacker can hijack the session.

Why is this important?

It ensures every request is legit. With just a few lines of code, you’re preventing attackers from tricking your users into making unintended requests. 💪

Have you added CSRF protection to your apps yet? If not, now’s the time! 🚨