Description: API gateway security refers to the measures and practices implemented to protect application programming interfaces (APIs) from threats and vulnerabilities. In an environment where APIs are fundamental for communication between services and applications, their security becomes critical. This includes user authentication and authorization, encryption of data in transit, rate limiting of requests, and protection against common attacks such as SQL injection and denial-of-service (DoS) attacks. API gateways act as intermediaries between clients and backend services, allowing not only traffic management but also the implementation of security policies. By centralizing security at the gateway, organizations can enforce access controls and monitor API usage more effectively. This not only helps protect sensitive data but also enhances the reliability and availability of services. In a world where APIs are increasingly used to integrate various applications and services, API gateway security becomes an essential component of modern software architecture, ensuring that interactions between systems are secure and trustworthy.
