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Comment by buckbova

Had this SO link saved since probably soon after it was asked 7 years ago. Still relevant and still being updated.

http://stackoverflow.com/questions/549/the-definitive-guide-...

Includes:

- How to log in

- How to remain logged in

- Managing cookies (including recommended settings)

- SSL/HTTPS encryption

- How to store passwords

- Using secret questions

- Forgotten username/password functionality

- Use of nonces to prevent cross-site request forgeries

..........

And much much more.

parent buckbova 10 years ago

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