With the rise of DeFi hacks and exploits, security should be the top priority for Solana developers. Implementing best practices ensures your smart contracts are safe from vulnerabilities.
Key Security Best Practices
- 🔹 Follow the Principle of Least Privilege - Only grant accounts the permissions they need.
- 🔹 Validate All Inputs - Prevent invalid or malicious input from breaking your contract.
- 🔹 Use Safe Math - Avoid integer overflows and underflows.
- 🔹 Conduct Thorough Testing - Test all edge cases using tools like Anchor's testing framework.
- 🔹 Perform Security Audits - Get your contracts reviewed by professionals.
Securing your smart contract from the start can save you from costly exploits.