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Java: Plaintext Passwords

How do CSRF tokens protect web applications?

Why should passwords never be stored in plaintext?

Why do teams use BCrypt for hashing passwords in production code?

What role does the signature play in a JWT token?

How does a JWT Signature ensure tamper-proofing?

How do prepared statements help mitigate SQL Injection attacks?

Why is HTML encoding critical for Stored XSS prevention?

How would you explain the Spring Security Filter Chain's primary function in an interview?

How would you explain a significant consequence of using stateless JWT tokens in an interview?

In what way does the 'Work Factor' in BCrypt enhance security?