GraphQL APIs: Greater Flexibility Breeds New Security Woes

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In complex application environments where APIs are the bridge between a multitude of data stores, containers, functions and microservices, the more flexible and dynamic the API is, the better. This is why GraphQL is an increasingly popular language among developers for writing APIs.

GraphQL APIs Are a Map to the Sensitive Data https://www.linkedin.com/in/peter-klimek-37588962/ GraphQL is a development language that simplifies client communication with data stores and helps developers quickly implement changes without disrupting the rest of production.

When written in GraphQL, APIs’ access to the data can be democratized through a common standard interface for different environments.

Take a fresh look at securing GraphQL APIs by adopting a data security mindset to mitigate potential insider threats now and in the future.

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