auth.js needs improvements for better security and user experience.
Issues:
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Security Issues:
- Passwords stored in plain text in localStorage
- No password hashing (bcrypt)
- No session timeout
- No CSRF protection
- No rate limiting for login attempts
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Missing Features:
- No "Remember Me" option
- No password reset functionality
- No email verification
- No 2FA support
- No account lockout after failed attempts
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UX Issues:
- Using alert() for errors (should use custom toasts)
- No loading states
- No form validation feedback
- No password strength indicator
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Code Structure:
- Mixed responsibilities
- No error handling for localStorage operations
- No JWT token support
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Missing Validation:
- No email format validation
- No password strength validation
- No special character validation
- No XSS protection
Suggestions:
- Hash passwords before storing
- Add session timeout (15-30 min)
- Add "Remember Me" checkbox
- Add password reset flow
- Add email verification
- Replace alert() with custom toasts
- Add loading states
- Add form validation feedback
- Add JWT token support
- Add account lockout after 5 failed attempts
auth.js needs improvements for better security and user experience.
Issues:
Security Issues:
Missing Features:
UX Issues:
Code Structure:
Missing Validation:
Suggestions: