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NoCode-X: Leading the Way in OWASP Compliance

Executive Summary​

In today’s fast-paced digital world, security is no longer optional—it’s a necessity. The OWASP Top 10 serves as a globally recognized benchmark for identifying and mitigating the most critical security risks in web applications. While many low-code and high-code platforms struggle to address these risks comprehensively, NoCode-X stands out as a leader. By integrating security into its core design, NoCode-X offers a structured, cost-effective, and secure platform that empowers businesses to innovate without compromising safety.

This whitepaper explores how NoCode-X adheres to the OWASP Top 10 principles, providing a secure foundation for modern applications while enabling rapid development and deployment. With NoCode-X, businesses can confidently navigate the complexities of web application security and thrive in the digital age.

Introduction​

The Open Web Application Security Project (OWASP) Top 10 is a globally recognized standard for web application security. It identifies the most critical security risks and provides actionable guidance to mitigate them. For developers and businesses, adhering to these principles is essential to protect sensitive data, maintain compliance, and ensure operational resilience.

However, traditional low-code and high-code platforms often fall short in addressing these risks comprehensively. They require significant time, expertise, and resources to implement robust security measures. NoCode-X changes the game by embedding security into its DNA. With a security-by-design approach, NoCode-X ensures compliance with OWASP standards while enabling businesses to focus on innovation and growth.

This whitepaper outlines how NoCode-X addresses each of the OWASP Top 10 risks, demonstrating its commitment to secure, scalable, and cost-effective application development.

OWASP Top 10 Risks and NoCode-X Solutions​

1. Broken Access Control​

Access control failures are one of the leading causes of data breaches. Unauthorized users gaining access to sensitive data can have devastating consequences for businesses.

How NoCode-X Solves This:

  • Implements role-based access control (RBAC) to ensure only authorized users can access specific resources.
  • Adheres to the principle of least privilege, granting users only the permissions they need.
  • Seamlessly integrates access control across applications and APIs, reducing the risk of misconfigurations.

Example:
A financial services company used NoCode-X to build a customer portal. By leveraging RBAC, they ensured that customers could only view their own financial data, preventing unauthorized access to sensitive information.

2. Cryptographic Failures​

Weak or improperly implemented cryptography can expose sensitive data to unauthorized access, leading to compliance violations and reputational damage.

How NoCode-X Solves This:

  • Employs industry-standard encryption techniques to protect data at rest and in transit.
  • Ensures compliance with NIST-175-B cryptographic guidelines, achieving 100% compliance in independent security scans.
  • Provides secure key management practices to prevent unauthorized decryption.

Example:
A healthcare provider used NoCode-X to encrypt patient records, ensuring compliance with HIPAA regulations and safeguarding sensitive medical data.

3. Injection​

Injection attacks, such as SQL injection, remain a top threat to web applications. These attacks exploit vulnerabilities in input handling to execute malicious code.

How NoCode-X Solves This:

  • Implements dual-layer input validation on both the frontend and backend to ensure data integrity.
  • Uses input escaping techniques to prevent malicious code execution.

Example:
A retail company built an e-commerce platform with NoCode-X. By leveraging its input validation features, they eliminated vulnerabilities that could have been exploited by injection attacks.

4. Insecure Design​

Applications with insecure designs are prone to vulnerabilities that attackers can exploit.

How NoCode-X Solves This:

  • Promotes secure design principles through its security-by-design framework.
  • Supports multiple operating models (cloud, on-premises, hybrid) to ensure resilience and adaptability.

Example:
A logistics company used NoCode-X to design a supply chain management system. The platform’s secure design framework ensured the system was resilient to potential threats.

5. Security Misconfiguration​

Misconfigurations, such as leaving default settings unchanged, can expose systems to attacks.

How NoCode-X Solves This:

  • Provides secure configurations by default, reducing the risk of human error.
  • Detects misconfigurations that do not align with data classification policies.

Example:
A startup used NoCode-X to deploy a customer-facing application. The platform’s default secure settings ensured compliance with GDPR without requiring extensive manual configuration.

6. Vulnerable and Outdated Components​

Outdated components can introduce vulnerabilities that attackers exploit.

How NoCode-X Solves This:

  • Continuously monitors for outdated components and provides automated updates.
  • Offers a software bill of materials (SBOM) for self-hosted deployments, ensuring transparency and accountability.

Example:
A SaaS company used NoCode-X to manage its application stack. Automated updates ensured their software was always secure and up-to-date.

7. Identification and Authentication Failures​

Weak authentication mechanisms can lead to unauthorized access and data breaches.

How NoCode-X Solves This:

  • Provides robust identity management solutions, including Single Sign-On (SSO) support.
  • Detects unauthenticated exposed sensitive information to prevent data leaks.

Example:
A government agency used NoCode-X to build a citizen portal. SSO integration simplified authentication while ensuring robust security.

8. Software and Data Integrity Failures​

Compromised software or data can lead to operational disruptions and loss of trust.

How NoCode-X Solves This:

  • Ensures integrity with secure update mechanisms and exhaustive logging capabilities.
  • Maintains confidentiality and integrity across all operations.

Example:
A fintech company used NoCode-X to ensure the integrity of its transaction processing system, preventing tampering and fraud.

9. Security Logging and Monitoring Failures​

Without proper logging and monitoring, organizations cannot detect or respond to security incidents effectively.

How NoCode-X Solves This:

  • Provides integrated logging and real-time monitoring features.
  • Enables swift detection and response to security incidents.

Example:
A media company used NoCode-X to monitor its content delivery platform. Real-time alerts allowed them to respond to potential threats immediately.

10. Server-Side Request Forgery (SSRF)​

SSRF attacks can expose internal systems to unauthorized access.

How NoCode-X Solves This:

  • Implements robust input validation to prevent malicious requests.
  • Ensures secure network configurations to protect internal systems.

Example:
A tech company used NoCode-X to secure its internal APIs, preventing SSRF attacks that could have exposed sensitive data.

Conclusion​

NoCode-X sets a new standard for secure application development in the no-code space. By addressing the OWASP Top 10 risks with a structured, cost-effective, and security-first approach, NoCode-X empowers businesses to innovate rapidly without compromising safety.