Introduction In the latest OWASP API Security Top 10 for 2023, a significant shift has occurred. The latter No. 10 vulnerability, “Unsafe Consumption of APIs.” replaced the former “Insufficient Logging & Monitoring“ which was part of the 2019 list, This change reflects the evolving threat landscape and the growing importance of securing the consumption of...
Introduction It’s worth noting that the issue of “Improper Inventory Management” has gained prominence in API security and is currently ranked at No. 9 in the OWASP Top 10 API list, replacing the 2019 entry “Improper Assets Management.” This highlights its significance and the need for organizations to take proactive steps in addressing this vulnerability...
Introduction In this blog, we will gain insights about Security Misconfiguration API 8: OWASP Top 10 API 2023 which replaced API 8: 2019 Injection. In the ever-evolving landscape of cybersecurity, threats are continually growing in complexity and diversity. Among these threats, security misconfiguration vulnerabilities stand out as a pervasive and often overlooked danger. In this...
Introduction: This year we have Server Side Request Forgery (SSRF) as No.7 at OWASP API Top 10 which replaces OWASP Top 10 API 2019: Security Misconfiguration. SSRF is a security vulnerability that arises when an application fetches a remote resource without adequately verifying and validating user-supplied URLs. This flaw can enable attackers to manipulate the...
Introduction In this blog, we will gain insights about OWASP API 6: 2023 – Unrestricted Access to Sensitive Business Flows. APIs (Application Programming Interfaces) have become the backbone of modern software development. They enable different applications and systems to communicate and share data seamlessly. However, with the proliferation of APIs, the need for robust security...
Introduction In the world of securing APIs, Broken Function Level Authorization takes the fifth spot in the OWASP Top 10 API Security Risks for 2023. Let’s unravel why this issue is crucial for APIs and break it down in straightforward language. Understanding Broken Function Level Authorization in APIs: Imagine APIs as books with various chapters,...
Introduction: In the realm of securing APIs, Unrestricted Resource Consumption holds the fourth position in the OWASP Top 10 API Security Risks for 2023. Let’s delve into why this issue is crucial for APIs and explain it in a detailed yet straightforward manner. Understanding Unrestricted Resource Consumption in APIs: To comprehend Unrestricted Resource Consumption, envision...
Introduction: In the realm of securing APIs, Broken Object Property Level Authorization holds the third position in the OWASP Top 10 API Security Risks for 2023. Let’s delve into why this issue is crucial for APIs and explain it in a detailed yet straightforward manner. Understanding Broken Object Property Level Authorization in APIs: Think of...
Introduction: In the realm of securing APIs, Broken Authentication stands as the second most critical issue in the OWASP Top 10 API Security Risks for 2023. Let’s explore why this matter is of paramount importance for APIs and demystify it in a detailed yet straightforward manner. Understanding Broken Authentication in APIs: Think of APIs as...
In the dynamic world of digital connections, APIs (Application Programming Interfaces) act as bridges, allowing different software components to communicate seamlessly. However, as our reliance on APIs grows, so does the need for robust security measures. One significant challenge organizations face is the Broken Object-Level Authorization, the numero uno on the OWASP Top 10 API...
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