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TIL · 12 JAN 2025 · NOTE #005 ESC
TIL NOTE #005

Secure File Uploads in Node.js

File uploads introduce major security risks if not handled properly.

  • Restrict allowed file types using MIME type validation.
  • Store files in cloud storage (S3, Cloudinary) instead of the server.
  • Set file size limits to prevent denial-of-service (DoS) attacks.
  • Use unique filenames to avoid overwriting existing files.

Handling uploads securely prevents server compromise.