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Comprehensive security documentation for ShipSafe.

Overview

ShipSafe implements a 7-layer security architecture designed to protect your application from common attacks and vulnerabilities. This section explains each security layer, how it works, and how to configure it.

Security layers:

  1. HTTPS Enforcement
  2. Rate Limiting
  3. API Firewall
  4. CSRF Protection
  5. Security Headers
  6. Audit Logging
  7. Auth Middleware

Security Architecture

Overview

Complete 7-layer security architecture:

  • Architecture overview
  • How each layer works
  • Code showcases from ShipSafe
  • Best practices
  • Production recommendations

Start here to understand ShipSafe's security approach.

Security Layers

API Security

API endpoint security:

  • API firewall implementation
  • Input validation
  • Authentication checks
  • Error handling
  • Security best practices

Use when: Understanding API protection, securing endpoints

Rate Limiting

Rate limiting configuration:

  • Token bucket algorithm
  • Rate limit configuration
  • Per-route limits
  • IP-based limiting
  • Best practices

Use when: Preventing abuse, protecting APIs

CSRF Protection

CSRF prevention:

  • Double-submit cookie pattern
  • CSRF token generation
  • Token validation
  • Implementation details
  • Best practices

Use when: Protecting forms, preventing CSRF attacks

Security Headers

HTTP security headers:

  • Content Security Policy (CSP)
  • X-Frame-Options
  • X-Content-Type-Options
  • Strict-Transport-Security
  • Referrer-Policy
  • And more

Use when: Hardening production, preventing common attacks

Authentication Security

Auth security patterns:

  • Token verification
  • Custom claims
  • Session management
  • Password security
  • Best practices

Use when: Securing authentication, user sessions

Middleware Security

Complete middleware security architecture:

  • 7-layer security architecture
  • Layer-by-layer breakdown
  • Execution flow and order
  • Customization guide
  • Troubleshooting

Use when: Understanding how all security layers work together, customizing middleware

Security Best Practices

Development

  1. Never commit secrets - Use environment variables
  2. Validate all inputs - Use Zod schemas
  3. Use HTTPS - Always in production
  4. Rate limit APIs - Prevent abuse
  5. Log security events - Monitor for attacks

Production

  1. Enable all security layers - Don't disable for convenience
  2. Monitor audit logs - Review regularly
  3. Keep dependencies updated - Security patches
  4. Use strong passwords - Enforce policies
  5. Regular security reviews - Audit your code

Security Checklist

Pre-Production

  • HTTPS enabled
  • Rate limiting configured
  • CSRF protection enabled
  • Security headers set
  • Audit logging enabled
  • Environment variables secured
  • Firebase security rules configured
  • Stripe webhook signature verified
  • Error messages don't leak information
  • Input validation on all endpoints

Ongoing

  • Review audit logs regularly
  • Monitor for suspicious activity
  • Keep dependencies updated
  • Review security headers
  • Test rate limiting
  • Verify CSRF protection

Common Security Issues

Missing Environment Variables

Issue: Secrets exposed in code
Solution: Always use environment variables, never hardcode secrets

Weak Input Validation

Issue: Malicious input accepted
Solution: Validate all inputs with Zod schemas

Missing Rate Limiting

Issue: APIs vulnerable to abuse
Solution: Enable rate limiting on all public endpoints

Insecure Headers

Issue: Vulnerable to common attacks
Solution: Set security headers in middleware

Security Resources

OWASP Top 10

ShipSafe addresses common OWASP vulnerabilities:

  • A01:2021 – Broken Access Control - Auth middleware, Firestore rules
  • A02:2021 – Cryptographic Failures - HTTPS enforcement, secure storage
  • A03:2021 – Injection - Input validation, parameterized queries
  • A04:2021 – Insecure Design - Security-first architecture
  • A05:2021 – Security Misconfiguration - Security headers, proper config
  • A06:2021 – Vulnerable Components - Dependency management
  • A07:2021 – Authentication Failures - Secure auth patterns
  • A08:2021 – Software and Data Integrity - Webhook verification
  • A09:2021 – Security Logging Failures - Audit logging
  • A10:2021 – Server-Side Request Forgery - Input validation

Related Documentation

Quick Reference

Essential Security

  1. Overview - Understand the architecture
  2. API Security - Secure your APIs
  3. Rate Limiting - Prevent abuse
  4. Security Headers - Harden production

Security Configuration

  • Enable HTTPS in production
  • Configure rate limits per route
  • Set security headers in middleware
  • Enable audit logging
  • Review security rules regularly

Security is a priority. Review all security documentation before deploying to production!