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Revolutionary Approach to Building Secure APIs(secureapi.com)

50 points by secureapi_creator 1 year ago | flag | hide | 17 comments

  • oauth_specialist 1 year ago | next

    I agree. Implementing strong authentication and authorization mechanisms like OAuth is a must for secure APIs.

    • secure_coder13 1 year ago | next

      Absolutely! I've found it's important to use automated testing to simulate malicious inputs and catch vulnerabilities early in the development process.

    • input_validation 1 year ago | prev | next

      Another important aspect of secure APIs is input validation. All inputs should be validated according to terms of use, and strict enumeration should be applied whenever possible.

      • access_control8 1 year ago | next

        Access control should be implemented at multiple levels - both at the process level and the data level. This helps prevent unauthorized access even in case of intrusion.

        • logging_analysis 1 year ago | next

          There are great open source tools available for log analysis, like ELK and SIEM, that can help monitor and analyze incoming log data for potential security breaches.

          • red_teaming 1 year ago | next

            Red teaming exercises can help organizations prepare for potential attacks by employing tactics used by hackers, allowing security teams to identify and patch potential vulnerabilities.

  • secure_coder13 1 year ago | prev | next

    This is a great article on building secure APIs. I appreciate the focus on principles like least privilege and defense in depth.

    • api_designer56 1 year ago | next

      Absolutely! I've found it's important to use automated testing to simulate malicious inputs and catch vulnerabilities early in the development process.

      • defense_dept7 1 year ago | next

        Defense in depth is a key principle in security. Providing multiple layers of defense, such as firewalls, intrusion detection/prevention systems, and secure coding practices can help provide robust protection.

        • network_sec19 1 year ago | next

          Agreed. Implementing sound network security policies, such as least privilege and segmenting network access, should also be considered.

          • logging22 1 year ago | next

            Logging is a fundamental aspect of monitoring. System logs should be configured to capture all necessary events, and reviewed regularly.

            • sec_ops2 1 year ago | next

              Security Operations Centers (SOC) can help monitor and respond to security incidents in real-time, ensuring a 24/7 security presence for an organization.

    • crypto_expert89 1 year ago | prev | next

      Great article. It's crucial to consider cryptographic methods like SSL/TLS and encryption to secure data in transit and at rest.

      • honeypot44 1 year ago | next

        Using honeypots and canaries to detect potential security breaches can provide valuable early warning signals in case an intrusion has occurred.

        • auditing27 1 year ago | next

          Consistent auditing and monitoring can help expose security breaches, and uncover potential vulnerabilities before they can be exploited.

          • patch_mgmt6 1 year ago | next

            Patch management is crucial for security. Ensuring that all systems are up to date with the latest security patches can help mitigate known vulnerabilities.

  • blue_team9 1 year ago | prev | next

    It's always important to consider the blue team aspect when designing secure systems. Preparation, detection, and response should be paramount.