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Tamper-proof URL parameters with JWTs
URL parameters are straightforward to send information along in a request. Decades ago, we already used them to transport session identifiers, and today, many applications still use them for all kinds of purposes. But are URL parameters secure? What alternatives are there? Keep reading to find out more.
14 April 2020 API Security API, JWT, Crypto
The hard parts of JWT security nobody talks about
In spite of the popularity of JWTs, their security properties are often unknown or misunderstood. How do you choose the signature scheme for a JWT? What other properties should you verify before trusting a JWT? How do you handle key rotation and key management? Read on for a deep-dive into JWT security.
13 March 2020 API Security API, JWT, Crypto
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Dr. Philippe De Ryck
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