Preventing code injection and execution attacks

Code injection and execution attacks occur when attackers exploit vulnerabilities to execute arbitrary code on your system. These attacks can have devastating consequences, including unauthorized data access, data corruption, and complete system compromise. In this section, we will explore strategies and techniques to prevent SQL injection and command injection attacks in Python applications.

Preventing SQL injection

SQL injection attacks occur when an attacker can manipulate SQL queries by injecting malicious input into a vulnerable application. This type of attack can lead to unauthorized data access, data manipulation, and even complete database compromise. Preventing SQL injection is crucial for maintaining the security and integrity of your database.

The following are the industrial standard methods to help us with mitigating SQL injections:

• Parameterized queries: Parameterized queries are a key technique for preventing...