Security-first coding rules with OWASP compliance and input validation.
## Cursor Global Rules — Security-First Global rules that apply across all Cursor AI projects. ### Configuration Add to Cursor Settings > Rules for AI: ``` ## Global Rules: Security-First ### General Principles - Always explain your reasoning before writing code - Ask clarifying questions when requirements are ambiguous - Prefer simple solutions over clever ones - Follow the principle of least surprise ### Security-First Specifics - Enforce consistent naming conventions across all files - Auto-suggest improvements when you detect anti-patterns - Flag potential issues before they become bugs - Prioritize readability over brevity ### Communication - Be concise in explanations - Use code examples to illustrate points - Reference official documentation when relevant - Suggest alternatives when asked for recommendations ### Context Awareness - Always read existing code before making changes - Respect the project's established patterns - Consider backwards compatibility - Check for related files that might need updates ``` ### Setup Instructions 1. Open Cursor Settings (Cmd/Ctrl + ,) 2. Navigate to Rules for AI 3. Paste these global rules 4. They'll apply to every project automatically
Free to copy and use. Compatible with Cursor AI, Claude 4 Opus, GPT-5.
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