Web Security Checklist

Essential verification points to secure your website.

Security is not a feature, it's a requirement. A compromised site can lose years of trust in minutes.

This checklist covers essential checks for a secure web site.

It does not replace a security audit but covers the basics that every site must implement.

HTTPS and Transport

Secure all network communications:

  • HTTPS actif sur toutes les pages (pas seulement login)
  • Redirection automatique HTTP vers HTTPS
  • Certificat valide et chaîne complète
  • TLS 1.2 minimum (désactiver 1.0 et 1.1)
  • HSTS activé avec durée appropriée

Security Headers

HTTP headers that strengthen security:

  • Content-Security-Policy (CSP) pour prévenir XSS
  • X-Frame-Options pour prévenir le clickjacking
  • X-Content-Type-Options: nosniff
  • Referrer-Policy pour contrôler les informations partagées

Contrôle d'Accès

Sécuriser les accès :

  • Authentification forte pour les zones admin
  • Rate limiting sur les endpoints sensibles
  • Protection contre les attaques brute force
  • Logs d'accès pour détecter les anomalies

Monitoring Sécurité

Surveiller la sécurité :

  • Monitorer l'expiration des certificats SSL
  • Vérifier régulièrement le score SSL Labs
  • Alerter sur les changements de configuration
  • Surveiller les tentatives d'accès non autorisées

Frequently Asked Questions

How to test my security headers?

Use SecurityHeaders.com to analyze your headers and get recommendations.

Do I need a WAF?

A WAF (Web Application Firewall) adds a layer of protection but doesn't replace secure code.

How to stay informed about vulnerabilities?

Follow security bulletins for your stack. Update dependencies regularly.

Does MoniTao check security?

MoniTao monitors SSL, domain expiration, and can verify header presence. Not a vulnerability scanner.

Security First

Web security is an ongoing process. Regularly review these points and stay informed about new threats.

MoniTao helps you monitor your SSL certificates and quickly detect availability issues that might indicate an attack.

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