Week 4: Software Security & AWS Deployment

Keeping APIs Secure – Why Does It Matter?

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Keeping APIs Secure – Why Does It Matter?

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Imagine if someone hacked into your favorite app. What kind of data could be exposed? How can developers protect APIs from security risks?

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Example: "My banking app stores my account details and transaction history. If hacked, attackers could steal money or identity. Developers should use encryption, OAuth, and rate limiting to protect the API!"

Share your thoughts below & reply to two comments. Let's discuss!

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