Uploading files is a crucial element of numerous business applications and services. File uploads are commonly used in content management systems and other applications for business. However, allowing uploads of files to malicious actors could expose your clients to security breaches of their personal data.
To ensure safe uploading and downloading, you require an application that can check the uploaded files against an approved list of file types, and also screening them for viruses. This is crucial if you are in charge of customer data or have to adhere to laws like HIPAA for EU citizens.
A reliable system for uploading files should also secure the data both during flight and when it is at rest. This blocks the data from being read by third parties. It also helps protect your business from expensive fines and lawsuits if are not compliant.
You should also only keep uploaded files in designated storage locations within your server, database, or cloud storage service and provide a backlink to the file for the user. This will reduce the risk that hackers can gain access to your server and also steal sensitive information from customers.