We begin by mapping all available API endpoints, including hidden or undocumented ones. This reconnaissance identifies potential attack vectors and provides a full view of the API surface to secure.

We evaluate API server configurations, headers, and security controls to uncover misconfigurations like overly permissive CORS settings, insecure HTTP methods, or missing TLS enforcement that could expose sensitive data.

Authentication and authorization testing ensures that API access controls are robust. We check for issues such as weak tokens, improper role-based permissions, and flaws in OAuth or JWT implementations.

We assess how the API enforces rate limits and manages user sessions, protecting against brute-force attacks, denial-of-service attempts, and session hijacking by ensuring secure token handling and proper timeouts.