Rest API - Authentication and Authorization
You need to secure an API that serves sensitive user data. Which combination of methods best protects it?
You need to secure an API that serves sensitive user data. Which combination of methods best protects it?
hard📝 Application Q8 of 15
Step-by-Step Solution
Solution:
Step 1: Identify best security practices
HTTPS encrypts data, authentication tokens verify identity, and permission checks limit access.Step 2: Evaluate options
Only Use HTTPS, require authentication tokens, and validate user permissions combines encryption, authentication, and authorization effectively.Final Answer:
Use HTTPS, require authentication tokens, and validate user permissions -> Option AQuick Check:
Best API security = HTTPS + Auth + Permissions [OK]
Quick Trick: Combine encryption, auth, and permissions for strong security [OK]
Common Mistakes:
- Relying on HTTP without encryption
- Allowing anonymous access to sensitive data
- Thinking logging replaces authentication
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