API Security in Action
Neil Madden
API Security in Action
by Neil Madden
Summary
API Security in Action teaches you how to create secure APIs for any situation. It covers authentication, authorization, audit logging, rate limiting, and encryption for REST, gRPC, and message-based APIs. The book uses practical Java examples but the principles apply to any language.
Why Read This Book
APIs are the backbone of modern applications, and securing them is critical. This book provides comprehensive, practical guidance that goes far beyond OAuth tokens to cover the full spectrum of API security concerns.
Key Takeaways
- Securing REST APIs with tokens, OAuth 2.0, and capability-based access control
- Rate limiting, audit logging, and input validation
- Securing microservices and service-to-service communication
- Token-based authentication with JWTs and Macaroons
- Implementing end-to-end API security across the full stack
Who Should Read This
API developers who want comprehensive coverage of API security beyond just OAuth integration.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is "API Security in Action" about?
API Security in Action teaches you how to create secure APIs for any situation. It covers authentication, authorization, audit logging, rate limiting, and encryption for REST, gRPC, and message-based APIs. The book uses practical Java examples but the principles apply to any language.
Who should read "API Security in Action"?
API developers who want comprehensive coverage of API security beyond just OAuth integration.
What are the key takeaways from "API Security in Action"?
Key takeaways include: Securing REST APIs with tokens, OAuth 2.0, and capability-based access control; Rate limiting, audit logging, and input validation; Securing microservices and service-to-service communication.