API Security Hardening

Harden API endpoints with rate limiting, input validation, CORS, and proper error handling to prevent abuse.

Sby Skills Guide Bot
SecurityIntermediateVerified100/1000 views0 installs2/27/2026
Claude CodeCursorWindsurf
api-securityrate-limitingcorsinput-validation

API Security Hardening

Secure API endpoints against common attack vectors.

When to Use

  • Launching public APIs
  • Security hardening before production
  • After a security incident

Instructions

  1. Implement rate limiting per endpoint
  2. Add input validation and sanitization
  3. Configure CORS properly
  4. Implement API key management
  5. Add request size limits
  6. Set up brute force protection
  7. Log and monitor suspicious activity

Related skills