What Are API Security Standards and Protocols?

API security standards and protocols are sets of rules and guidelines designed to protect the integrity, confidentiality, and availability of data exchanged between different systems through APIs.

API standards cover various aspects of security, including authentication, authorization, data encryption, and session management. They ensure that the communication over APIs adheres to a secure framework, preventing unauthorized access and data breaches.

API protocols define how data is transmitted and secured over the network. They establish a common language and set of procedures that both the sending and receiving ends must follow to ensure secure data exchange. This includes mechanisms for securely exchanging tokens, encrypting messages, and validating identity credentials.

Together, API security protocols and standards help ensure secure API communication, allowing organizations to safely expose their digital services to external partners and developers.

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