How can I improve password security in my MERN application?

How can I improve password security in my MERN application?

You can enhance password security by implementing strong hashing algorithms like bcrypt, using environment variables for sensitive data, and enforcing strong password policies.

What is bcrypt and why should I use it?

Bcrypt is a password hashing function that incorporates a salt to protect against rainbow table attacks and is designed to be slow to mitigate brute-force attacks.

Are there any libraries I should use for password management?

Yes, you can use libraries like bcrypt for hashing, jsonwebtoken for token management, and express-rate-limit to prevent brute-force attacks.

How can I enforce strong password policies?

You can enforce strong password policies by requiring a minimum length, a mix of uppercase and lowercase letters, numbers, and special characters.