Whitepaper
Best practices for protecting API keys
API keys are essential credentials to authenticate and authorize access to APIs. They are vital in securing sensitive data and enabling interactions between applications, services, and platforms. However, the exposure of API keys can lead to severe security breaches, financial losses, and reputational damage. This white paper outlines the best practices and strategies for effectively protecting API keys, ensuring the integrity and confidentiality of data exchanged via APIs.
Read this whitepaper to learn about:
- The serious threats of API key exposure, such as unauthorized access and the associated financial and reputational damages.
- Best protection practices from key management and encryption to secure storage and utilizing OAuth tokens.
- How to educate developers on API key security and foster a security-aware company culture.
