#* RESTful APIs

[cognithtechnology]

Server-Side Scripting Explained: Simplifying Web Development

Explore how server-side scripting works, from processing user requests to delivering customized content. Learn the benefits for both developers and users.

[step2gen]

In the world of software, APIs (Application Programming Interfaces) act as bridges between different services. They help applications talk to each other by sending requests and receiving responses. Think of them as messengers, delivering messages between clients (like apps or websites) and servers (where data or actions are stored). Read more...

[lonepower]

  ――☀️ on first and fierce affirming sight

                  of sunlight, sunlight, sunlight ☀️――

 

(xps/vroid/gamerip/model mashup/render-that-i-drew-over of the Traveler's Specialest Princess<3 blender is still The Worst™ but i'm learning to grudgingly tolerate it since it can convert literally everything.)

P.S.: please don't tag this in a way that implies there was more than one destiny game, because there wasn't and pretending otherwise makes me very, very sad because I wish there was (but there wasn't). thank you!

 

[pentesttestingcorp]

SQL Injection in RESTful APIs: Identify and Prevent Vulnerabilities

SQL Injection (SQLi) in RESTful APIs: What You Need to Know

RESTful APIs are crucial for modern applications, enabling seamless communication between systems. However, this convenience comes with risks, one of the most common being SQL Injection (SQLi). In this blog, we’ll explore what SQLi is, its impact on APIs, and how to prevent it, complete with a practical coding example to bolster your understanding.

What Is SQL Injection?

SQL Injection is a cyberattack where an attacker injects malicious SQL statements into input fields, exploiting vulnerabilities in an application's database query execution. When it comes to RESTful APIs, SQLi typically targets endpoints that interact with databases.

How Does SQL Injection Affect RESTful APIs?

RESTful APIs are often exposed to public networks, making them prime targets. Attackers exploit insecure endpoints to:

Access or manipulate sensitive data.

Delete or corrupt databases.

Bypass authentication mechanisms.

Example of a Vulnerable API Endpoint

Consider an API endpoint for retrieving user details based on their ID:

from flask import Flask, request import sqlite3

app = Flask(name)

@app.route('/user', methods=['GET']) def get_user(): user_id = request.args.get('id') conn = sqlite3.connect('database.db') cursor = conn.cursor() query = f"SELECT * FROM users WHERE id = {user_id}" # Vulnerable to SQLi cursor.execute(query) result = cursor.fetchone() return {'user': result}, 200

if name == 'main': app.run(debug=True)

Here, the endpoint directly embeds user input (user_id) into the SQL query without validation, making it vulnerable to SQL Injection.

Secure API Endpoint Against SQLi

To prevent SQLi, always use parameterized queries:

@app.route('/user', methods=['GET']) def get_user(): user_id = request.args.get('id') conn = sqlite3.connect('database.db') cursor = conn.cursor() query = "SELECT * FROM users WHERE id = ?" cursor.execute(query, (user_id,)) result = cursor.fetchone() return {'user': result}, 200

In this approach, the user input is sanitized, eliminating the risk of malicious SQL execution.

How Our Free Tool Can Help

Our free Website Security Checker your web application for vulnerabilities, including SQL Injection risks. Below is a screenshot of the tool's homepage:

Upload your website details to receive a comprehensive vulnerability assessment report, as shown below:

These tools help identify potential weaknesses in your APIs and provide actionable insights to secure your system.

Preventing SQLi in RESTful APIs

Here are some tips to secure your APIs:

Use Prepared Statements: Always parameterize your queries.

Implement Input Validation: Sanitize and validate user input.

Regularly Test Your APIs: Use tools like ours to detect vulnerabilities.

Least Privilege Principle: Restrict database permissions to minimize potential damage.

Final Thoughts

SQL Injection is a pervasive threat, especially in RESTful APIs. By understanding the vulnerabilities and implementing best practices, you can significantly reduce the risks. Leverage tools like our free Website Security Checker to stay ahead of potential threats and secure your systems effectively.

Explore our tool now for a quick Website Security Check.

[silverserpent]

I'm going to explode. I had to wake up at six and now I absolutely cannot code. Hlep

[anthyies]

computer that hates you call that HATEOAS

[zvaigzdelasas]

OpenAPI generated type interfaces are literally so sexy

[mrtakenbyknowledge]

Call my fist an HTTP Post request, the way it delivers a message of pain directly to the endpoint of your face.

[risingsunresistance]

just found out that skycrypt is backed up occasionally on the wayback machine, so of course i went to go check techno's stuff. neat little thing i found, by april 9th 2021 he hadnt made it past thorn in dungeons. so he was cutting it CLOSE cramming in catacombs exp for the resistance fight jhdkjfj (turned out to be useless anyways)

also, judging by his exp gained, seems like he was only running with one other person. i was under the impression he had a full party the entire time bc of his video but that must've just been for later floors or maybe even JUST floor 7

and also. before the resistance fight. his highest crit damage was a WHOPPING... 82k

[weepingwitch]

got this advertisement on a different website and

girl what the hell

[rizzlegukgak]

my biggest pet peeve is when i get into a video game fandom and discover that the entire fandom is made up of people who have never touched a video game before this one

[cognithtechnology]

What Is Server-Side Scripting? A Beginner’s Guide to Dynamic Websites

Learn how server-side scripting powers dynamic websites by handling requests and delivering personalized content. Explore its role in web development without the technical jargon.

[desert-palm]

We all know they both have different strengths and ideal use cases, but which do you generally prefer to use in your own projects, REST or GraphQL?

[sfdchira]

What is Monolithic Architecture?

Monolithic architecture is an approach to software development in which an application is built as a single, self-contained unit. In this architecture, all application components are tightly coupled and run within the same process. This means that the entire application is deployed as a single package, and all changes to the application require the application to be rebuilt and redeployed.

In the above example, we can see that all services are created in a single application and they are tightly coupled with each other. Even functionalities created in separate classes, it is integrated into the main class. If the change in one class is done, we have to test all functionality. The bigger issue is that, if any class has an issue then it will impact all functionality. Let us example, the discount service has an issue so it will impact the complete order process.

Check out this post for the Advantages and Disadvantages of Monolithic Architecture?

[swapnilpopat]

JavaScript code to integrate with an external API

JavaScript code to integrate with an external API

Let’s start with simple HTML code and save it as .html file. <!DOCTYPE html> <html> <head> <title>API Integration</title> <link rel="stylesheet" type="text/css" href="styles.css"> </head> <body> <button id="fetch-data-button">Fetch Data</button> <div id="data-container"></div> <script src="app.js"></script> </body> </html> This HTML code creates a button element with the id…

[katzebliss]

oh okay