[Solved] How can you securely transmit a Bearer token in a REST API request to avoid interception? — Ans: Use HTTPS protocol to encrypt the entire request | Rest API

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How can you securely transmit a Bearer token in a REST API request to avoid interception?

ASend token in URL query parameters

BUse HTTPS protocol to encrypt the entire request

CInclude token in plain text email

DUse HTTP instead of HTTPS for faster transmission

Step-by-Step Solution

Solution:

Step 1: Understand security risks in transmission
Tokens sent over unencrypted channels can be intercepted.
Step 2: Choose secure transmission method
Using HTTPS encrypts the entire request, protecting the token.
Final Answer:
Use HTTPS protocol to encrypt the entire request -> Option B
Quick Check:
Secure token transmission = HTTPS [OK]

Quick Trick: Always use HTTPS to protect Bearer tokens [OK]

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