Automating Authentication and Authorization - Autocodewizard Ebook - Automated API Development: AI Techniques for RESTful Services
Chapter 7: Automating Authentication and Authorization
Automating Authentication and Authorization
Authentication and Authorization are two fundamental security processes that ensure the identity of users and control their access to resources. Automating these processes can significantly enhance the security and efficiency of your applications.
Authentication
Authentication is the process of verifying the identity of a user by validating their credentials. This can be automated using various methods such as JWT (JSON Web Tokens), OAuth, or SSO (Single Sign-On). These methods can be implemented using different programming languages like JavaScript, PHP, Python, etc.
Authorization
Authorization, on the other hand, is the process of granting or denying access to specific resources based on the authenticated user's privileges. This can be automated using role-based access control (RBAC) or attribute-based access control (ABAC). These methods can also be implemented using different programming languages.