Implement robust encryption strategies to protect sensitive data in transit and at rest. Learn best practices for securing API communications through modern cryptographic techniques.
Transport Layer Security provides encrypted communication between clients and your API gateway.
Advanced Encryption Standard for data at rest and payload encryption.
Asymmetric encryption for secure key distribution and digital signatures.
# Configure TLS encryption in your API gateway
server:
ssl:
enabled: true
certificate: /path/to/cert.pem
certificate_key: /path/to/key.pem
min_version: TLSv1.3
cipher_suites:
- TLS_AES_256_GCM_SHA384
- TLS_CHACHA20_POLY1305_SHA256
# Payload encryption configuration
encryption:
algorithm: AES-256-GCM
key_rotation_days: 90
fields:
- api_key
- user_token
- sensitive_dataEncrypt all network traffic with TLS 1.3, preventing man-in-the-middle attacks and eavesdropping.
Encrypt sensitive request/response data using AES-256, even if TLS is compromised.
Encrypt stored credentials, logs, and cached data using database-level encryption.
Use hardware security modules (HSM) or cloud KMS for secure key storage and rotation.
Automate TLS certificate renewal using Let's Encrypt or ACME protocol.
Rotate encryption keys every 90 days and implement secure key archival.
Use Ephemeral Diffie-Hellman key exchange to ensure past sessions remain secure.
Implement certificate pinning in mobile apps to prevent MITM attacks.
Disable SSLv3, TLS 1.0, and TLS 1.1 to prevent downgrade attacks.
Use tools like SSL Labs, Qualys, or OpenSSL to test encryption strength.
Comprehensive security measures for protecting AI API infrastructure.
Configure HTTPS and SSL certificates for secure proxy connections.
Network security and firewall rules for API gateway protection.
Understanding costs and pricing models for API gateway services.