What's GraphQL like in terms of security?

GraphQL offers unique security considerations compared to REST APIs. It provides more flexibility in querying data, which can expose sensitive information if not properly managed. Key security aspects to consider include:

• Authorization Control: Ensure robust authorization to prevent users from accessing data they’re not permitted to view.

• Query Complexity: Implement limits and depth restrictions on queries to prevent abuse through overly complex requests that could overwhelm the server.

• Input Validation: Validate and sanitize all inputs to avoid injection attacks and other malicious inputs.

• Data Exposure: Carefully design schemas to avoid leaking sensitive data inadvertently.

By addressing these considerations, you can enhance the security of your GraphQL implementation and protect against potential vulnerabilities.

Akto provides complete API Security for GraphQL APIs -from API Discovery to API Security testing using customizable templates from Akto's Test Editor.