Which Security Actions must be Implemented to Prevent an API Injection Attack?

To prevent API injection attacks, implement the following security actions:

• Input Validation: Rigorously validate and sanitize all user inputs to ensure they conform to expected formats and types. This prevents malicious data from being processed by the API.

• Parameterized Queries: Use parameterized queries or prepared statements in database interactions to prevent injection attacks such as SQL injection. These methods ensure that user inputs are treated as data rather than executable code.

• Escape Output: Properly escape outputs to prevent injection attacks that target data rendering, such as cross-site scripting (XSS).

• Use ORM Libraries: Employ Object-Relational Mapping (ORM) libraries that abstract database queries, which can help mitigate injection risks.

These actions collectively help secure APIs from injection attacks by ensuring that inputs are properly managed and handled.

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