API security testing
Protect your applications and data!
API security breaches can lead to the leakage of sensitive data, financial losses, and damage to your company’s reputation—especially if your interfaces are vulnerable to attacks.
Regular API security testing helps you identify and eliminate potential security weaknesses before they can be exploited, ensuring your APIs are resilient to attacks and compliant with security standards.
What is API security testing?
API security testing is the process of assessing the security of application interfaces to ensure their resilience against attacks. It involves a variety of tests that help identify vulnerabilities and protect sensitive data.
Why is regular testing important?
Regular testing is essential because new security vulnerabilities constantly emerge due to software updates, configuration changes, and evolving attack methods. This is especially important for companies that develop or use software products, web applications, mobile apps, and e-commerce platforms. We recommend conducting tests 2–4 times a year to ensure ongoing security.
What does API security testing include?
- Authentication and authorization
We check whether your API has a proper authentication mechanism in place, ensuring that access rights are correctly managed. - Input validation
We test how input data is validated to prevent common vulnerabilities such as injection attacks. - Encryption and data integrity
We ensure that sensitive data transmitted through the API is properly encrypted using secure protocols. - Rate limiting and throttling
We verify that your API implements appropriate rate limiting and throttling techniques to prevent abuse or denial-of-service attacks. - Error handling and logging
We check that error messages returned by your API do not reveal sensitive information, and ensure that logging mechanisms are in place to track security incidents.
Our workflow
- Requirements analysis
We start by understanding the purpose of your API and its specific security requirements. - Threat modeling
We analyze potential risks and threats, identifying the most critical security issues. - Test environment setup
We create an appropriate testing environment to evaluate the security of your API. - Testing
We carry out security tests based on your needs, focusing on different aspects of API security. - Report and recommendations
We provide a detailed report outlining the identified issues along with actionable recommendations for remediation.
Frequently asked questions
- Why is API security testing important?
API security testing helps identify and eliminate vulnerabilities that could lead to data breaches and other security risks. It ensures that your applications and systems are protected against attacks. - How often should I conduct API security testing?
We recommend testing your API security at least once per quarter to maintain continuous protection and stay ahead of emerging threats. - Is your service suitable for small businesses?
Yes, our service is designed for both large and small businesses. We offer tailored solutions to match your needs and budget.
API security testing is a crucial part of modern software development—especially if your company uses application interfaces for data exchange and system integration. Regular testing helps you keep your APIs secure and compliant with security standards. For more information, feel free to contact us at info@c-yber.ee.