The Ultimate Secure Code Review Checklist

Why Secure Code Reviews Matter

Code reviews are your last line of defense before vulnerabilities reach production. A structured approach ensures consistency and thoroughness.

[ ] All user inputs are validated

[ ] Input length limits are enforced

[ ] Special characters are properly handled

[ ] File uploads are validated (type, size, content)

[ ] Passwords are properly hashed (bcrypt, argon2)

[ ] Session management is secure

[ ] MFA is implemented where appropriate

[ ] Account lockout is configured

[ ] Access controls are enforced server-side

[ ] IDOR vulnerabilities are addressed

[ ] Principle of least privilege is followed

[ ] Role-based access is properly implemented

[ ] Sensitive data is encrypted at rest

[ ] TLS is enforced for data in transit

[ ] PII handling follows regulations

[ ] Secrets are not hardcoded

[ ] Errors don't expose sensitive information

[ ] Stack traces are not shown to users

[ ] Logging captures security events

[ ] Error messages are user-friendly

[ ] Known vulnerabilities are addressed

[ ] Dependencies are up to date

[ ] Unused dependencies are removed

[ ] License compliance is verified

Use this checklist as a starting point and customize it for your organization's specific needs.