Node.js API Masterclass with Express and MongoDB - Logout To Clear Token Cookie

The video tutorial covers enhancing API security by handling cookies and implementing a logout route. It explains how to manage cookies for authentication, set cookie expiration, and test the logout functionality. The tutorial also discusses the option to use either cookies or headers for token storage and prepares for addressing security vulnerabilities like SQL injections and cross-site scripting in the next video.

What is the purpose of the token cookie mentioned in the text?

Explain the process of how the token is verified in the auth middleware.

How does the system behave if the token is not found in the header?

What are the two options for authentication mentioned in the text?

What happens when a user logs out according to the text?

Describe the steps taken to clear the cookie when logging out.

What vulnerabilities are mentioned that need to be addressed in the next video?