Secure APIs are critical for protecting data integrity and user privacy. Below are essential guidelines to enhance API security:

🔒 Authentication & Authorization

  • Use OAuth 2.0 or OpenID Connect for secure access control.
  • Implement token-based authentication (e.g., JWT) to validate user identities.
  • Enforce role-based access to restrict sensitive operations.

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🔒 Data Encryption

  • Always encrypt data in transit using TLS 1.2 or higher.
  • Encrypt sensitive data at rest with AES-256 or equivalent.
  • Avoid hardcoding secrets in client-side code; use secure vaults.

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🔍 Input Validation

  • Sanitize all user inputs to prevent injection attacks.
  • Validate data formats (e.g., JSON, XML) to avoid malformed requests.
  • Use whitelisting over blacklisting for safer parameter checks.

📊 Monitoring & Logging

  • Enable detailed logging for audit trails and anomaly detection.
  • Monitor API usage in real-time to identify suspicious activity.
  • Set up alerts for failed authentication attempts or rate limits.

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🛡️ Secure Development Practices

  • Follow the principle of least privilege for API endpoints.
  • Regularly update dependencies to patch vulnerabilities.
  • Conduct penetration testing and code reviews for security gaps.

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