Common API Security Pitfalls

Explore common API security pitfalls and learn how to protect your APIs in this 50-minute conference talk by Philippe De Ryck at Devoxx. Discover the significant evolution in application building towards an API landscape, driven by the rise of JavaScript and mobile applications. Understand which security aspects are no longer relevant, which features are absolutely essential, and what additional security measures to consider. Gain insights into frequent security issues that lead to compromised user accounts and unauthorized data access. Uncover the root causes of these pitfalls and receive actionable advice to address them effectively. Learn how to assess your API's security and implement best practices for future improvements. Benefit from the expertise of Philippe De Ryck, a professional speaker and trainer on software and web security, who brings his experience from running the Web Security Training program at the imec-DistriNet research group (KU Leuven, Belgium).

Common API security pitfalls by Philippe De Ryck