Welcome to the API Threat Prevention tutorial! This guide will walk you through essential strategies to secure your API endpoints and prevent common security threats. Let's dive in!

Key Threat Prevention Techniques

  • Input Validation 🔍
    Always validate and sanitize user inputs to avoid injection attacks.

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    Example: Use regex or built-in libraries to check for malicious patterns.

  • Rate Limiting ⏱️
    Implement rate limiting to prevent brute force attacks and abuse.

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    Tools like Nginx or middleware can help manage request frequencies.

  • Authentication & Authorization 📁
    Enforce strict access controls using tokens or API keys.

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    Consider OAuth 2.0 for secure user authentication.

  • Secure Headers 🛡️
    Set HTTP headers like Content-Security-Policy and X-Content-Type-Options to enhance security.

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Additional Resources

For more advanced security practices, check out our Security Best Practices guide.