OWASP and the API Security Top 10 – A timeline
The OWASP is a non-profit, community-oriented foundation that’s committed to advancing software security. Embracing an open, collaborative methodology, OWASP promotes the integration of security at every phase of the software development process. Its resources, sought by small businesses to large corporations and government bodies, are freely available to all, embodying a vision where everyone has access to enhanced software security.
Recognizing APIs’ growing relevance and associated vulnerabilities, the OWASP API Security Top 10 was released in 2019. Unfortunately, APIs, which are critical in modern software development, expose backend data to third-party users, making them ideal targets for cyber-attacks. The OWASP API Security Top 10 highlights pressing API threats, facilitating a safer API environment.
The creation of this list is typically a multi-stage process. The process begins with a thorough risk evaluation...
