Security Hardening In Ruby On Rails Applications Using Brakeman And Airbrake

Abstract

Ruby on Rails apps face rising security risks, needing strong protection beyond basic checks. This piece introduces a security setup using Brakeman for code evaluation and Airbrake for tracking issues as they happen, offering ongoing vulnerability checks.

Brakeman checks Rails code early for problems, while Airbrake monitors for attacks as they happen. This setup speeds up the process of finding and fixing vulnerabilities, boosting overall security without slowing down development. It tackles key Rails problems like SQL injection, XSS, authentication bypasses, and config errors. By linking static evaluation with what's happening in the app, teams can better focus on real risks, fixing issues proactively while keeping up with constant updates, which is vital for current software releases.