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Best API Security Practices in IBM API Connect

  • 1.  Best API Security Practices in IBM API Connect

    Posted Wed December 25, 2024 02:06 PM

    Hi Guys,

    I would appreciate your assistance in understanding the best security practices to implement in IBM API Connect.

    Could someone please provide insights on how to implement the following security methods within IBM API Connect?

    • OAuth2
    • JWT Tokens
    • Client ID and Secret Key
    • Basic Authentication (e.g., LDAP Validation)
    • mTLS

    Thank you for your support!

    Best regards,
    Vishal Ghadage



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  • 2.  RE: Best API Security Practices in IBM API Connect

    Posted Tue December 31, 2024 05:08 AM

    All of these security features are supported by IBM API Connect, tailored to the specific needs and use cases of each organization.

    For example, if an organization requires publishing APIs for external entities over the internet, recommended security measures include:

    * TLS Mutual Authentication
    * Rate Limiting
    * OAuth 
    * Client ID and Client Secret
    * Digital Signature using JWT
    * SQL Injection Protection

    Similarly, other organizations may have different security requirements, such as:

    * **Enhanced Portal Security: ** Implementing OAuth, LDAP, and Basic Authentication.
    * **Integration with IAM Frameworks: ** Integrating API Connect with other unified IAM frameworks like Keycloak.

    IBM API Connect provides a comprehensive set of security features, allowing organizations to choose the most appropriate security measures based on their specific needs and risk tolerance.



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    Ahmad Taha
    Enterprise Architect | IBM | Coach | TOGAF
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