How do I configure express-sessions with secure cookies over HTTPS?

What are the best practices for configuring express-sessions to use secure cookies over HTTPS to ensure secure user sessions in an Express js application?

To configure express-sessions with secure cookies over HTTPS in an Express.jsapplication, follow these best practices:

Install Dependencies: Ensure you have the necessary packages installed.

Set Up Express and Sessions: Configure Express and express-session with secure cookie options

Use HTTPS: Ensure your server is set up to use HTTPS. You can use a service like Let's Encrypt to obtain a free SSL certificate2.

Additional Security Measures: Consider implementing additional security measures such as:

Helmet: Use the helmet package to set various HTTP headers for security.

Input Validation: Validate and sanitize user inputs to prevent injection attacks.

Rate Limiting: Implement rate limiting to protect against brute-force attacks.

By following these best practices, you can ensure that your Express.jsapplication uses secure cookies over HTTPS, enhancing the security and user experience of your application.