Practice Common Pitfalls (12) - User Authentication - Full Stack Web Development Basics
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Practice Questions

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Question 1 Easy

Why is storing tokens in localStorage risky?

💡 Hint: Think about how JavaScript can access localStorage.

Question 2 Easy

What is the benefit of password hashing?

💡 Hint: What happens if someone gains access to the database?

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Question 1

Why is it important to store tokens securely, such as in HttpOnly cookies?

They can be accessed by JavaScript.
It prevents XSS attacks.
They are stored in localStorage.

💡 Hint: Consider how your token can be protected from potential browser vulnerabilities.

Question 2

True or False: Not hashing passwords is an acceptable practice for user authentication.

True
False

💡 Hint: What would happen if the database were compromised?

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Challenge Problems

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Challenge 1 Hard

A developer is storing tokens in localStorage. Assess the security risks involved and propose a more secure solution.

💡 Hint: Consider what XSS allows an attacker to do.

Challenge 2 Hard

Write a comprehensive user authentication flow that incorporates secure token storage, strong hashing for passwords, and a plan for token expiration.

💡 Hint: Think about each step a user would take when logging in.

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