API security considerations
Information security and preventing unauthorized access is the most important focus area for all API platforms. Attackers are always on the lookout to exploit any vulnerabilities and over the course of time, cyber threats have increased tremendously. Teams have been busy detecting these threats and then subsequently establishing practices and solutions that mitigate the security risks.
Security is one of the most important aspects of any API-led architecture. Enterprises must ensure that no data breaches happen as it may have drastic consequences for the business.
Let's look at some of the core principles of the Security Frame concept, which can be easily applied to API-led architectures.
Core principles – the Security Frame analysis
The following categories of security considerations, referred to as Security Frame in the diagram, explain the core security principles that must be followed in the design of an API solution...