SecurityLaunchChecklist
Security Audit Checklist for MVP Launch
Security incidents destroy trust faster than missing features. Run through this checklist before inviting real users and payments.
Nexaura Labs Team
MVPs need baseline security, not enterprise pen tests. Cover the fundamentals that stop common attacks and data leaks.
Secrets and environment variables
Never commit API keys. Rotate credentials. Restrict production database access to deployment pipelines and admins.
Validate all inputs
SQL injection, XSS, and CSRF protections should be verified on auth, forms, and file upload endpoints.
- HTTPS everywhere
- Rate limiting on auth endpoints
- Dependency vulnerability scanning in CI