APIs are the glue that holds modern applications together. But with cyberattacks targeting APIs more than ever, developers need to step up their security game. Did you know that API-related breaches accounted for nearly 40% of cyberattacks in 2024? Scary, right? 😨
🔒 Top 5 API Security Best Practices You Need NOW
1️⃣ Use Strong Authentication & Authorization – Ditch basic API keys and go for OAuth 2.1, OpenID Connect, and Zero Trust security.
2️⃣ Rate Limiting & Throttling – Prevent DDoS attacks by limiting API calls and using API gateways to filter out bad traffic.
3️⃣ Encrypt Everything – Use TLS 1.3 for secure data transmission and AES-256 encryption for stored data. Never send sensitive data in plain text!
4️⃣ Validate & Sanitize Inputs – Protect against SQL injection and XSS with strict input validation and sanitization.
5️⃣ Monitor & Log API Activity – Use real-time logging and AI-driven threat detection to catch security risks before they explode.
🔥 Want the Full Guide?
This is just the tip of the iceberg. I’ve broken down 10 essential API security best practices for 2025 in my latest blog post! 📖
👉 Read the full guide here: Mastering API Security in 2025
💬 What’s Your Go-To API Security Tip?
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