Practicle Security

Session and Authentication Security

  • CSRF protection with automatic token renewal
  • 2-Factor Authentication (Google Authenticator)
  • Session lockout and timeout after inactivity
  • Account status check and deactivation handling

Rate Limiting and Burst Protection

  • Session-based lockout
  • IP-based block
  • Credential stuffing protection
  • File-based burst protection for ultra-fast denial (JSON)
  • Configurable burst thresholds via settings

User Access & Platform Security

  • All passwords hashed and salted before comparison
  • LDAP integration with fallback to local credentials
  • Dynamic session variables for user roles, teams, and permissions
  • Server hardened with CSP, HSTS, X-Content-Type and frame protection

Overall Evaluation

The Practicle login system is secure, modular, and production-ready. It is resistant to brute force, credential stuffing, session spoofing, and basic DDoS attempts thanks to layered protection and efficient pre-database request filtering. The solution balances security with user experience through clear error messages, lockout timers, and flexible thresholds across endpoints.