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API terminology guide to become proficient in API concepts, from REST and CRUD operations to API Fuzz Testing and OWASP. The API glossary lists programming and API-related terms, acronyms, and phrases to help developers understand the t

API Design

API design involves establishing, articulating, and organizing the guidelines, principles, and protocols that dictate the interaction between software applications.

API Fuzz Testing

API Fuzz testing, often called Fuzzing or Fuzz testing, is a dynamic testing technique that identifies defects, vulnerabilities, and other issues within an Application Programming Interface (API).

API Gateway

An API Gateway is an integral server that is an intermediary for APIs. Its primary role is managing how APIs interconnect with one another and the end users,

API Security

API Security is the practice of safeguarding Application Programming Interfaces (APIs) against unauthorized access and cyber threats, which is crucial for protecting sensitive data transfers integral to modern web applications.

API Security Posture Management

API Security Posture Management is a systematic approach to enhance API security through identification, risk assessment, implementation of controls, testing, regular monitoring, and audits, thereby reducing data breach risks and improving regulatory compliance.

API Sprawl

API Sprawl refers to the uncontrolled expansion of Application Programming Interfaces (APIs) within or across multiple organizations

API Terminology

API terminology encompasses key terms and concepts like endpoints, requests, responses, HTTP methods, and status codes, essential for understanding how APIs facilitate software communication and interaction.

API-First

API-First is a strategy in software development where APIs are designed and developed before the software, fostering interoperability, efficient parallel development, and seamless integration among system components.

AppSecOps

AppSecOps is a proactive methodology integrating security principles into the DevOps pipeline, fostering collaboration between development and security teams to mitigate potential vulnerabilities and enhance overall software security.

Application Security (AppSec)

Application Security, or AppSec, represents a comprehensive approach employing techniques, tools, and best practices to safeguard software applications from security risks, weaknesses, and cyberattacks.

Application Security Testing (AST)

Discover the essential techniques of Application Security Testing (AST) to identify and remediate vulnerabilities, enhancing the security and reliability of your software applications throughout the development lifecycle.

Blue Team

A blue team in cybersecurity is tasked with defending an organization's assets against cyber threats, employing tools and strategies to detect, respond to, and mitigate both simulated and real-world attacks.

Botnet

A botnet is a network of compromised computers or devices controlled by an attacker, often called a "botmaster" or "herder."

Broken Object Level Authorization (BOLA)

BOLA, or Broken Object Level Authorization, is a critical security vulnerability when an application lacks proper access controls for individual resources or objects.

CRUD API

CRUD API is a set of operations that allows users to create, read, update, and delete data in an application.

Cloud Security Posture Management (CSPM)

Cloud Security Posture Management (CSPM) is a technology solution that continuously monitors, manages and helps automate the remediation of security risks within cloud computing environments based on set policies and best practices.

Content Security Policy (CSP)

Content Security Policy (CSP) is a security standard introduced to help prevent cross-site scripting (XSS), clickjacking, and other code injection attacks that could compromise the security of a website.

Critical Infrastructure

Critical infrastructure refers to the essential physical and virtual systems and assets whose incapacitation or destruction would significantly impact a nation's security, economy, or public health.

Cross-Site Scripting (XSS) Vulnerabilities

Cross-Site Scripting (XSS) is a web security vulnerability that allows attackers to inject malicious scripts into web pages viewed by users, with prevention strategies including input validation and output encoding as guided by OWASP.

Cyberattack

A cyberattack is a malicious attempt by an individual or organization to breach the information system of another individual or organization.

Data Breach

A data breach occurs when unauthorized individuals access, retrieve, or steal secure or private information, often from a computer system or network.

Denial of Service (DoS) Attack

A Denial of Service (DoS) attack is a cybersecurity threat aimed at disrupting a network or service, often targeting Application Programming Interfaces (APIs), and can be mitigated by a combination of preventive measures, including rate limiting, input validation, anomaly detection, throttling, and robust authentication.

DevOps

DevOps embodies a cohesive methodology that unifies software development and IT operations, prioritizing teamwork, streamlining processes, and leveraging automation to expedite software deployment while bolstering system reliability.

DevSec

DevSec, or DevSecOps, is a development framework that integrates security practices into the DevOps lifecycle, fostering collaboration, automation, and continuous monitoring to build secure, high-quality software efficiently.

DevSecOps

DevSecOps is a software development approach integrating security practices into the software development lifecycle, emphasizing collaboration between development, security, and operations teams.

Dynamic Application Security Testing (DAST)

Dynamic Application Security Testing, or DAST, is a practical security assessment approach that scrutinizes web applications in real-time, pinpointing potential weaknesses and security risks as seen by potential attackers.

Exfiltration

Exfiltration refers to the unauthorized transfer of data from a computer or network.

Extended Security Posture Management (XSPM)

Extended Security Posture Management (XSPM) is an integrated cybersecurity strategy that combines various tools and methodologies, including Breach and Attack Simulation, Attack Surface Management, and red/purple teaming, to provide a comprehensive overview of an organization's security posture, enabling the identification, assessment, and mitigation of security risks.

GraphQL

GraphQL, a universal query language and runtime system for APIs, empowers clients to obtain precise data from servers, streamlining interactions and minimizing data over- or under-fetching, offering a distinct advantage over traditional REST APIs.

Injection Attacks

Injection attacks are a type of security vulnerability where an attacker injects malicious code into a system to manipulate its behavior, with types ranging from SQL Injection to XPath Injection.

Interactive Application Security Testing (IAST)

Interactive Application Security Testing (IAST) is a security testing methodology that combines elements of both SAST and DAST. It's designed to assess the security of applications from within, using a real-time approach to identify potential vulnerabilities.

JavaScript Object Notation (JSON)

JSON is a lightweight, human-readable, and easily parsable data interchange format commonly used for data exchange between servers and web applications.

Linting

Linting is running a " linter " program to analyze source code for potential errors, stylistic inconsistencies, and violations of coding guidelines.

Man-In-The-Middle Attack (MITM)

A Man-In-The-Middle attack (MITM) intercepts or alters communication between two parties without their knowledge.

Natural Language Processing

Natural Language Processing (NLP) is an exciting field of Artificial Intelligence (AI). NLP techniques are designed to bridge the gap between human language and computer systems, making communication between humans and machines more intuitive and efficient.

OAuth

OAuth is a protocol that allows users to grant third-party applications limited access to their resources without sharing their passwords, using token-based authorization.

Open Web Application Security Project (OWASP)

The Open Web Application Security Project, or OWASP, is a prominent nonprofit entity committed to fortifying software security by providing valuable resources, state-of-the-art tools, and comprehensive guidelines to tackle vulnerabilities and security threats.

OpenAPI

OpenAPI is a universally recognized specification streamlining API design, documentation, and utilization, facilitating seamless interaction between various software applications and promoting efficient API development processes.

Penetration Testing

Penetration testing involves identifying, exploiting, and assessing vulnerabilities in a system to uncover security weaknesses and simulate potential cyberattacks.

Phishing

Phishing is a deceptive technique where attackers trick individuals into revealing sensitive information or installing malicious software, often by impersonating legitimate websites.

Purple Team

A purple team in cybersecurity represents the collaborative integration of offensive (red) and defensive (blue) strategies aimed at refining and enhancing an organization's security measures through real-world attack and defense simulations.

REST API

REST refers to Representational State Transfer. RESTful APIs use the HTTP protocol and its methods to define resources and operations that can be performed on those resources.

Red Team

A red team in cybersecurity comprises specialized experts who simulate cyberattacks on an organization to assess its defense mechanisms, revealing vulnerabilities and providing insights for enhanced security.

Role-Based Access Control (RBAC)

Role-Based Access Control (RBAC) can simplify user access management, enhance system security, and provide a scalable framework for your growing organization's needs.

Runtime Application Self-Protection (RASP)

RASP stands for Runtime Application Self-Protection. It's a security technology designed to detect and prevent attacks on an application in real-time.

SecOps

SecOps, short for Security Operations, is an approach that brings together security and operations teams to collaborate more closely to improve an organization's security posture.

Security As Code

Security as Code is an approach in software development that integrates security policies and procedures into the coding process, using automation for consistent enforcement and real-time threat identification and response.

Shift-Left Security

Shift-Left security, a proactive strategy, incorporates security protocols in the early stages of software development, effectively mitigating vulnerabilities, minimizing potential threats, and elevating the quality of the final software product.

Software Assurance

Software Assurance encompasses activities designed to guarantee the quality, safety, and reliability of software systems.

Software Bill of Materials (SBOM)

SBOM stands for Software Bill of Materials, a detailed inventory of all the components, libraries, and dependencies used in a software application, including their version numbers, licenses, and dependencies.

Software Composition Analysis (SCA)

Software Composition Analysis (SCA) is a crucial process that helps manage the risks associated with third-party components used in software development by identifying and analyzing potential vulnerabilities and compliance issues.

Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC)

The Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC) is an organized process encompassing stages that ensure the production of reliable, high-quality software, from initial planning to ongoing maintenance.

Static Analysis Results Interchange Format (SARIF)

SARIF is an acronym that stands for Static Analysis Results Interchange Format. It's a standard format for the output of static analysis tools.

Static Application Security Testing (SAST)

Static Application Security Testing (SAST) examines application code without running the software, detects potential security issues, and strengthens overall application safety.

Vulnerability

A vulnerability is a flaw or weakness in a system, network, or application that attackers could exploit to gain unauthorized access or perform malicious actions.

Web Application Firewall (WAF)

A Web Application Firewall (WAF) is a security solution that monitors and blocks malicious web traffic, but its effectiveness can be limited for API-specific threats, stateful attacks, and complex vulnerabilities like Broken Object Level Access (BOLA).

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