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Authentication & Security

Secure your API endpoints with Endora's comprehensive authentication and security features.

📹 Authentication Overview​

Video Demo: Authentication Setup

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Learn how to set up and manage authentication for your API endpoints.

🔐 API Key Authentication​

Endora uses API key authentication to secure your endpoints. This ensures only authorized users can access your data.

Getting Your API Key​

  1. Navigate to Settings: Go to your project settings
  2. API Keys Section: Click on "API Keys" in the sidebar
  3. Generate New Key: Click "Generate New API Key"
  4. Copy and Store: Securely store your API key
Keep Your API Key Secure

Never share your API key publicly or commit it to version control. Use environment variables in production.

📹 API Key Management​

Video Demo: Managing API Keys

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Master API key creation, rotation, and management best practices.

API Key Features​

  • Unique Keys: Each project gets a unique API key
  • Key Rotation: Regenerate keys for enhanced security
  • Usage Tracking: Monitor API key usage and requests
  • Revocation: Instantly revoke compromised keys

🔒 Security Features​

Rate Limiting​

Protect your API from abuse with built-in rate limiting:

  • Free Tier: 100 requests per hour
  • Pro Tier: 1,000 requests per hour
  • Enterprise: Custom rate limits

CORS Configuration​

Configure Cross-Origin Resource Sharing (CORS) for web applications:

// Example CORS configuration
{
  "allowed_origins": ["https://yourdomain.com", "https://app.yourdomain.com"],
  "allowed_methods": ["GET", "POST", "PUT", "DELETE", "PATCH"],
  "allowed_headers": ["Authorization", "Content-Type"]
}

📹 Security Configuration​

Video Demo: Security Settings

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Configure advanced security settings for your API endpoints.

Input Validation​

All API endpoints include automatic input validation:

  • Data Type Validation: Ensure correct data types
  • Required Field Validation: Enforce mandatory fields
  • Format Validation: Validate email, URL, and other formats
  • Length Validation: Enforce string length limits
  • Range Validation: Validate numeric ranges

SQL Injection Prevention​

Protect against SQL injection attacks:

  • Parameterized Queries: All database queries use prepared statements
  • Input Sanitization: Automatic sanitization of user inputs
  • Query Validation: Validate and escape all database queries

🛡️ Advanced Security​

IP Whitelisting​

Restrict API access to specific IP addresses:

{
  "allowed_ips": ["192.168.1.100", "10.0.0.0/8", "203.0.113.0/24"]
}

Request Signing​

For enhanced security, use request signing:

// Example request signing
const crypto = require("crypto");
const secret = "your-secret-key";
const timestamp = Date.now();
const payload = JSON.stringify(data);
const signature = crypto
  .createHmac("sha256", secret)
  .update(timestamp + payload)
  .digest("hex");

📹 Monitoring and Analytics​

Video Demo: Security Monitoring

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Monitor security events and track API usage patterns.

Security Monitoring​

Track security-related events:

  • Failed Authentication: Monitor failed login attempts
  • Suspicious Activity: Detect unusual access patterns
  • Rate Limit Violations: Track rate limit breaches
  • Error Monitoring: Monitor API errors and exceptions

Analytics Dashboard​

View comprehensive analytics:

  • Request Volume: Track API usage over time
  • Response Times: Monitor API performance
  • Error Rates: Identify and resolve issues
  • Geographic Distribution: See where requests come from

🔧 Best Practices​

API Key Security​

Use Environment Variables

Store API keys in environment variables, never in code:

# .env file
ENDORA_API_KEY=your_api_key_here
Rotate Keys Regularly

Change your API keys periodically for enhanced security.

Monitor Usage

Keep an eye on your API usage to detect unauthorized access.

Request Security​

Use HTTPS

Always use HTTPS in production to encrypt data in transit.

Validate Inputs

Validate all inputs on both client and server side.

Implement Logging

Log security events for monitoring and debugging.

🚨 Security Incident Response​

If Your API Key is Compromised​

  1. Immediately Revoke: Go to settings and revoke the compromised key
  2. Generate New Key: Create a new API key
  3. Update Applications: Update all applications with the new key
  4. Monitor Activity: Check logs for suspicious activity
  5. Review Access: Audit who had access to the old key

Security Checklist​

  • ✅ API keys are stored securely
  • ✅ HTTPS is enabled in production
  • ✅ Rate limiting is configured
  • ✅ Input validation is enabled
  • ✅ CORS is properly configured
  • ✅ Monitoring is set up
  • ✅ Regular security audits are performed

📞 Security Support​

If you discover a security vulnerability:

  1. Report Privately: Email security@endora.space
  2. Provide Details: Include steps to reproduce the issue
  3. Wait for Response: Allow time for investigation
  4. Follow Guidelines: Follow responsible disclosure practices

🎯 Next Steps​

After securing your API:

  1. Test Security: Verify all security features work correctly
  2. Monitor Usage: Set up monitoring and alerts
  3. Document Access: Keep track of who has API access
  4. Regular Audits: Perform regular security reviews

Ready to test your secure API? Check out the Testing Guide to learn how to test your authenticated endpoints.