π *How to Secure Your APIs β A Practical Guide*
APIs are the backbone of modern apps β but without security, they become open doors to attacks. Here's how to lock them down effectively:
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β *1. Use Authentication & Authorization*
- Implement *OAuth2*, *JWT*, or *API keys*
- Enforce *role-based access control (RBAC)*
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π *2. Validate Inputs Strictly*
- Sanitize user inputs
- Use strong data validation (e.g., Joi, Yup)
- Prevent SQL & NoSQL injection
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π¦ *3. Rate Limiting & Throttling*
- Control request frequency to avoid abuse
- Use tools like *NGINX*, *API Gateway*, or *Cloudflare*
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π *4. Use HTTPS Everywhere*
- Encrypt all data in transit
- Never expose APIs over HTTP
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π΅οΈββοΈ *5. Monitor & Log*
- Track unusual behavior
- Use centralized logging (e.g., ELK, Datadog)
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π§± *6. CORS & Firewall Rules*
- Restrict allowed origins
- Protect using *WAFs* and IP whitelisting
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Secure APIs = Safe apps + Protected data + Trusted users
Build smart. Build safe.
APIs are the backbone of modern apps β but without security, they become open doors to attacks. Here's how to lock them down effectively:
---
β *1. Use Authentication & Authorization*
- Implement *OAuth2*, *JWT*, or *API keys*
- Enforce *role-based access control (RBAC)*
---
π *2. Validate Inputs Strictly*
- Sanitize user inputs
- Use strong data validation (e.g., Joi, Yup)
- Prevent SQL & NoSQL injection
---
π¦ *3. Rate Limiting & Throttling*
- Control request frequency to avoid abuse
- Use tools like *NGINX*, *API Gateway*, or *Cloudflare*
---
π *4. Use HTTPS Everywhere*
- Encrypt all data in transit
- Never expose APIs over HTTP
---
π΅οΈββοΈ *5. Monitor & Log*
- Track unusual behavior
- Use centralized logging (e.g., ELK, Datadog)
---
π§± *6. CORS & Firewall Rules*
- Restrict allowed origins
- Protect using *WAFs* and IP whitelisting
---
Secure APIs = Safe apps + Protected data + Trusted users
Build smart. Build safe.
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π *Date: 15 January*
β° *Time: 7:00 PM β 8:30 PM*
Learn how mobile application vulnerabilities are identified and secured in this practical webinar led by an expert mentor. Gain insights into real-world mobile penetration testing techniques and industry practices.
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