Discussion Response on Lack of proper security policies for Lokesh Mullapati
Hello Lokesh. It’s true to say that perimeter web servers, which are associated with hosting of various web applications, are prone to become vulnerable and gain weaknesses which encourage the illegal access of malicious software, which leads to significant damages to multiple web applications and their data as you have extensively mentioned. These vulnerabilities occur as a result of a lack of proper policies regarding security. They, therefore, need to put in corrective measures to deal with this compromise, as you have mentioned. These will involve activities e.g., deleting of old user accounts and monitoring of everyone who is using any user account at any given point and time. Additionally, regular, timely updating and installation of security patches should be done as well as proper monitoring and auditing of the servers hosting the applications to check for any vulnerabilities. Using the webserver’s dictated security tools will also help in ensuring the security of the systems, as you have mentioned. It’s also essential to use strong uncrackable passwords at the servers and websites as well as using HTTPS security protocols (Gerber et al., 2018).
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Gerber, R., COMPTON, T., & PERRY, T. (2018, May 3). 9 security tips to protect your website from hackers. Creative Bloq. https://www.creativebloq.com/web-design/website-security-tips-protect-your-site-7122853