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API Security
Quick Definition
Protecting APIs from attacks and data exposure
Full Definition
Protecting APIs from attacks including injection, broken auth, and excessive data exposure.
Examples
rate limiting, input validation, OAuth, API keys, mTLS
Related Terms
owasp-api-security
authentication
rate-limiting
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Compliance
Adhering to regulatory standards for data protection
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Cryptographic mechanism verifying digital message authenticity
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HSTS
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Access Control
Restricting who can access computing resources
Intrusion Detection
Monitoring activities for malicious behavior