🔒 secure-rest-api - A Secure Way to Build APIs

🚀 Getting Started

Welcome to secure-rest-api! This is a security-focused REST API designed with FastAPI. It showcases essential features like JWT authentication, role-based access control (RBAC), rate limiting, account lockout, and audit logging. Follow this guide to get your application up and running.

📥 Download

To get the application, visit the link below:

Visit this page to download

🔍 Features

• JWT Authentication: Secure your API by requiring JSON Web Tokens for access.
• RBAC: Control user permissions based on roles.
• Rate Limiting: Prevent abuse by limiting the number of requests.
• Account Lockout: Enhance security by locking accounts after a specified number of failed login attempts.
• Audit Logging: Keep track of user actions for monitoring and compliance.
• OWASP Standards: Built following guidelines from OWASP to ensure security best practices.

🛠️ System Requirements

• Operating System: Windows, macOS, or Linux
• Python Version: Python 3.7 or later
• Memory: Minimum 1 GB RAM
• Storage: At least 100 MB of free disk space

📂 Installation Steps

1. Visit the Download Page

   • Go to this page to access the release files.

2. Choose the Correct Version

   • Locate the latest version of secure-rest-api on the releases page. Download the file that matches your operating system.

3. Download the File

   • Click the appropriate file link to start your download.

4. Run the Application

   • After the download completes, locate the file on your computer.
   • Follow the prompts to install or run the application.

🛡️ Security Features Explained

• JWT Authentication: This feature allows users to log in securely by validating their identity with tokens. This helps keep user data private.

• Role-Based Access Control (RBAC): Use roles to manage user permissions effectively. You can assign different access levels to users, ensuring that sensitive data stays protected.

• Rate Limiting: Protect your API from excessive requests with rate limiting. This feature prevents abuse and ensures fair use.

• Account Lockout: If too many failed login attempts occur, this feature locks the user's account temporarily. This helps fend off unauthorized access.

• Audit Logging: Create a detailed log of user activities. This feature helps you monitor for any suspicious actions.

🔗 Useful Links

• FastAPI Documentation: Official documentation to learn more about FastAPI.
• JWT Introduction: Understand how JSON Web Tokens work for authentication.
• OWASP Security Principles: Learn more about security best practices from OWASP.

🧑‍🤝‍🧑 Community & Support

For questions or support, please reach out via issues on the GitHub repository. Your feedback is valuable and helps improve the application.

⚡ Next Steps

After successfully running the secure-rest-api, consider exploring the following:

• Customization: Modify the settings to fit your specific use case.
• Integration: Use the API in your own applications to see how it works in practice.
• Contributing: If you want to improve secure-rest-api further, check the contributing guide on GitHub.

📋 Troubleshooting

Here are some common issues users may encounter:

• Installation Fails: Ensure that you meet the system requirements. Check your internet connection and available storage.

• Login Issues: Double-check your credentials. If you encounter lockout issues, wait for the cooldown period or reset your password.

• Performance Concerns: If the application runs slowly, verify that no other heavy applications are running simultaneously.

📅 Future Updates

Stay tuned for future releases where we plan to add more features, improve performance, and enhance security. Regular updates will ensure you always have the best experience.

We appreciate your interest in secure-rest-api. Enjoy securing your APIs!