Learn essential security practices and common vulnerabilities in Solana programs to build robust and secure applications on the Solana blockchain.

Overview

Security is paramount when building blockchain applications that manage user funds and valuable assets. This guide covers essential security considerations specific to Solana program development.

Key topics covered:

• Common attack vectors in Solana programs
• Implementing secure account validation patterns
• Defending against instruction injection attacks
• Secure handling of critical operations and privilege escalation
• Using PDAs correctly for security boundaries
• Preventing double-spending and replay attacks
• Testing and auditing practices for Solana programs
• Post-deployment monitoring and incident response

Solana's unique architecture offers powerful capabilities but also introduces specific security challenges. This guide will help you identify and mitigate these risks, ensuring your programs can securely handle user funds and sensitive operations even under adversarial conditions.