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OWASP API Top 10 Explained with Real-World Examples

It’s an API talking to the API world we’re living in. As per Postman, 500 million new APIs are expected to be created by 2025. APIs are a lifesaver when it comes to automation or integration. But when it comes to the security of these APIs, things can get a little tricky. OWASP API Top 10 gives insights on top vulnerabilities exploited in APIs.

CVE-2024-3094 - Critical Backdoor Vulnerability In XZ Utils Open-Source Library

CVE-2024-3094 is a critical backdoor vulnerability found in the XZ Utils open-source library. The vulnerability was caused by a malicious code injected into the library by one of the maintainers. The vulnerability allows remote attackers to execute any desired code on systems with exposed SSH packages.

AI Generated Security Test Cases for Pentests | Astra Security

We're now leveraging AI to emulate hacker mindset, and identify scenarios of business logic vulnerabilities in applications. This new feature helps security engineers be more creative while finding vulnerabilities in applications. Let’s say you’re scanning a video streaming platform - Astra will generate test cases for verifying the possibility of account sharing, views manipulation, or payment fraud.

Astra Review - WireMock Platform Enhances API Security

WireMock is an API developer productivity platform that provides developers with the tools and technologies needed to get the job done easily when they depend on APIs in the development process. It allows developers to be productive when they're consuming 3rd party and internal APIs that delay their development or when they prototype and deliver APIs.