Monthly: Threat Modeling in an API Test

Welcome (start 18h05)

Facilitator: Phalo-Mihlali Mbangcolo

I am an aspiring full-stack software engineer with experience in HTML, CSS, JavaScript, and Python. I have developed websites and applications that strengthen my practical skills in building functional and user-focused solutions.

Beyond development, I am deeply interested in API security and ethical hacking, and I have a working knowledge of Linux environments. I am driven by curiosity, problem-solving, and the desire to create innovative and secure digital solutions.

Title: Threat Modeling in an API Test

Threat modelling in API testing is the process of identifying and analysing potential security risks to an API before they can be exploited. It involves understanding how attackers might misuse endpoints, data flows, and authentication mechanisms, then prioritising and addressing those vulnerabilities. By proactively mapping out threats, developers and security testers can design safer APIs and reduce the risk of data breaches or unauthorised access.

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