Original Post: In the last few years, API attacks have grown significantly and with the rate at which it is… | by Praise Imafidon | Oct, 2024
The article discusses the increasing threat of API attacks and emphasizes the importance of incorporating security throughout the software development lifecycle. It highlights common vulnerabilities that developers often overlook, which are listed in the OWASP Top 10 API Security Risks. These include Broken Object Level Authorization (BOLA), Broken Authentication, Unrestricted Access to Sensitive Business Flows, and Server-Side Request Forgery (SSRF). The article suggests that developers often prioritize speed over security, thereby increasing risk. It advises developers to enforce strong security measures such as validating user permissions, implementing strong authentication protocols, restricting sensitive business flows, and validating incoming requests. Addressing these vulnerabilities can significantly reduce the risk of API attacks and protect organizations and users.
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