Use case 8
- Author: Jarno Huusko
- Date / Version: 20/02/2024 / 1.0
User roles
- Sec (Actor1): Responsible for implementing security measures on API endpoints.
- Dev (Actor2): Develops the API endpoints and integrates security measures.
- User (Actor3): End-users or third-party applications that interact with the secured API endpoints.
Prerequisites / Conditions
- API endpoints are developed and operational but require security enhancements.
- The security team has access to necessary tools and technologies for securing API endpoints (e.g., OAuth, JWT, SSL/TLS).
Use Case Diagram
Description of use case -eg. Modify existing request
- Security Assessment: The Sec conducts an initial assessment of the API endpoints to identify potential vulnerabilities and security requirements.
- Authentication Implementation: Secure authentication mechanisms (e.g., OAuth, JWT) are implemented to verify the identity of users or services accessing the API.
- Authorization Controls: Authorization controls are established to ensure users can only access data and actions permitted to their role or identity.
- Data Encryption: Data in transit and at rest is encrypted using industry-standard protocols (e.g., SSL/TLS for in-transit encryption) to protect sensitive information.
- Rate Limiting: Rate limiting is applied to prevent abuse and mitigate denial-of-service (DoS) attacks.
- Regular Audits and Monitoring: Continuous monitoring and regular security audits are set up to detect and respond to threats promptly.
Exceptions
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E1: If unauthorized access is attempted, the system logs the attempt and may temporarily block the IP address or user account involved.
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E2: If a security vulnerability is discovered, an emergency protocol is initiated to patch the vulnerability and notify affected users if necessary.
Result
- API endpoints are secured against unauthorized access and data breaches, ensuring the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of the API services.
Use frequency
- Security measures are implemented during the API development phase, with continuous monitoring and periodic reviews to adapt to new threats and vulnerabilities.
Additional information
- Documentation should include detailed security guidelines, API usage policies, and incident response plans.
Sources
- Security implementation is based on best practices from OWASP (Open Web Application Security Project), industry standards, and regulatory compliance requirements relevant to the application.