API Penetration Testing

Security testing for REST, GraphQL, and SOAP APIs — the authorization and data-exposure flaws scanners miss.

What's Included

REST, GraphQL, and SOAP endpoint testing
Broken object-level authorization (BOLA / IDOR)
Authentication, token, and JWT security testing
Rate limiting and resource-abuse testing
Mass assignment and excessive data exposure

Engagement Process

01

Specification Review

Review OpenAPI/Swagger, Postman collections, and intended authorization model.

02

Endpoint Enumeration

Map every endpoint, parameter, and consumer to build a complete attack surface.

03

AuthN & AuthZ Testing

Test authentication flows and object/function-level authorization across roles.

04

Exploitation

Demonstrate data exposure, privilege escalation, and abuse with reproducible requests.

05

Reporting

OWASP API Top 10-aligned findings with developer remediation guidance.

Deliverables

  • OWASP API Top 10 findings report
  • Proof-of-concept requests and responses
  • Authorization model review
  • Developer remediation guide
  • Retest after fixes

Frequently Asked Questions

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