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Security is essential in software engineering to protect sensitive data, maintain system integrity, and ensure user trust against cyber threats. Breaches can lead to severe consequences, including data leaks and legal penalties, making the integration of security best practices crucial throughout the software development lifecycle. Common vulnerabilities include SQL injection, cross-site scripting, and cross-site request forgery, highlighting the need for robust security measures.

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Security

Security is essential in software engineering to protect sensitive data, maintain system integrity, and ensure user trust against cyber threats. Breaches can lead to severe consequences, including data leaks and legal penalties, making the integration of security best practices crucial throughout the software development lifecycle. Common vulnerabilities include SQL injection, cross-site scripting, and cross-site request forgery, highlighting the need for robust security measures.

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Security is a fundamental aspect of software engineering, ensuring that applications remain

resilient against cyber threats and unauthorized access. Modern software systems handle
sensitive data, facilitate financial transactions, and support critical business operations, making
them attractive targets for attackers. A security breach can lead to severe consequences,
including data leaks, financial losses, reputational damage, and legal penalties. Therefore,
integrating security best practices into the software development lifecycle is essential for
protecting both users and organizations.

One of the primary reasons security is crucial in software engineering is data protection. Many
applications store personal user information, payment details, and confidential business data. A
security vulnerability could expose this data to malicious actors, resulting in identity theft or
fraud. Additionally, ensuring system integrity is vital to preventing unauthorized modifications
that could compromise software functionality. Attackers who exploit security flaws can alter or
delete data, disrupt services, or gain control over entire systems.

Another critical aspect of security is maintaining user trust and regulatory compliance. Users
expect their information to be handled securely, and any security incident can erode trust,
leading to a loss of customers and business opportunities. Moreover, organizations must adhere
to industry regulations such as the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), the Health
Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA), and the Payment Card Industry Data
Security Standard (PCI-DSS). Failure to comply with these regulations can result in hefty fines
and legal consequences.

Common security vulnerabilities in software include SQL injection, cross-site scripting (XSS),
and cross-site request forgery (CSRF). SQL injection allows attackers to manipulate database
queries, potentially gaining unauthorized access to sensitive information. XSS occurs when
malicious scripts are injected into web pages, leading to data theft or user session hijacking.
CSRF tricks authenticated users into executing unintended actions, which can be exploited to
change account settings or initiate unauthorized transactions. Other risks include weak
authentication mechanisms, insecure APIs, and outdated software dependencies.

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