Importance of API Key Permissions
API key permissions are vital for several reasons:- Security: They limit the potential damage if an API key is compromised.
- Principle of Least Privilege: Ensures that API keys have only the permissions necessary for their intended use.
- Compliance: Helps meet regulatory requirements by controlling data access.
- Auditability: Facilitates tracking and auditing of API usage.
- Scalability: Allows for managing access across large, complex systems.
Implementing API Key Permissions
Oneloop provides a flexible and powerful permission system that allows you to define granular permissions for your API keys. Here’s how you can implement API key permissions in Oneloop:- Create a scope under a workspace for each set of permissions you want to define.
- Assign the scopes to your Verify Request endpoint.
- When creating an API key, assign the appropriate scopes to the key.
Best Practices
- Granular Permissions: Create fine-grained permissions for maximum flexibility.
- Default to Deny: Start with no permissions and add them as needed.
- Regular Audits: Periodically review and update permissions.
- Monitoring: Implement logging and alerting for permission-related events.
- Expiration and Rotation: Set expiration dates for API keys and rotate them regularly.
- Documentation: Clearly document available permissions and their implications.
- User Interface: Provide a user-friendly interface for managing permissions.
- Versioning: Consider versioning your permission structure to allow for future changes.