Input Sanitization in eCatalog


Securing Data Inputs to Prevent Malicious Attacks:

Input Sanitization is an essential security mechanism within eCatalog designed to ensure that all data entered by users is free from malicious code. This feature is crucial for maintaining the integrity of the system and protecting against common security threats such as SQL injection, cross-site scripting (XSS), and other vulnerabilities.


Key Types of Input Sanitization:


  • Text Field Sanitization
    • Purpose: Cleanses data strings entered by users in text fields to ensure that they do not contain harmful scripts or SQL code.
    • Method: Utilizes a combination of blacklisting harmful characters and patterns, along with whitelisting allowed characters, to rigorously filter user inputs.
  • Query String and Parameter Sanitization:
    • Purpose: Ensures that only pre-approved, whitelisted parameters or query strings are accepted by the system. This reduces the risk of URL manipulation and injection attacks.
    • Method: Employs strict filtering criteria that only allow parameters known to be safe and necessary for application functionality.



Response to Detected Threats:
eCatalog can be configured to handle sanitized threats in one of two ways, depending on the severity of the threat and the organization's security policies:


  • Log and Continue
    In less severe cases, the system logs the threat for further analysis but allows the user to continue. This option is typically used when the threat is deemed low-risk, or it is important to maintain user workflow without interruption.
  • Access Denied
    For higher-risk detections, the system immediately denies access to the function and does not allow the user to proceed. This response is crucial for preventing potential breaches and is activated when the sanitized input poses a significant threat.


Benefits of Input Sanitization:


  • Enhanced System Security
    By preventing malicious data from entering the system, input sanitization significantly reduces the risk of security breaches.
  • Improved Data Integrity
    Sanitization ensures that the data stored and processed by the system remains accurate and free from corruption caused by unsafe inputs.
  • Compliance and Trust
    Reliable input sanitization helps organizations comply with data protection regulations and builds trust with users and stakeholders by safeguarding sensitive information.