Conducting effective risk assessments for APIs
Risk assessments for APIs involve the systematic evaluation of potential threats, vulnerabilities, and associated risks within an API ecosystem. This process aims to identify and prioritize risks that could compromise the security, reliability, and compliance of APIs and the systems they interact with. Risk assessments typically encompass the components outlined in this section.
Understanding API risks
This is essential for ensuring the security and reliability of API ecosystems. APIs introduce a range of unique risks, including the potential for unauthorized access, data breaches, injection attacks, and denial-of-service (DoS) attacks. Unauthorized access may occur due to inadequate authentication mechanisms or insufficient access controls, while data breaches can result from vulnerabilities in API endpoints or improper handling of sensitive data. Additionally, DoS attacks can disrupt API availability and performance, impacting...
