URL: /baas/api/certification/security-review

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title: "Security Review"
description: "Security requirements for certification"
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# Security Review

Your integration must meet FinHub's security requirements before production access.

## Security Checklist

### Authentication & Authorization

| Requirement | Description |
|-------------|-------------|
| Token Storage | Tokens stored securely (not in localStorage) |
| Token Refresh | Proper token refresh implementation |
| Session Management | Secure session handling |
| Credential Protection | Client secrets not exposed |

### Data Protection

| Requirement | Description |
|-------------|-------------|
| TLS/HTTPS | All communications over HTTPS |
| Data Encryption | Sensitive data encrypted at rest |
| PII Handling | Personal data handled per GDPR |
| Data Minimization | Only necessary data collected |

### API Security

| Requirement | Description |
|-------------|-------------|
| Input Validation | All inputs validated |
| Rate Limiting | Client-side rate limiting |
| Error Handling | Errors don't expose sensitive info |

## Common Security Issues

1. **Storing tokens in localStorage** - Use secure HTTP-only cookies
2. **Exposing client secrets** - Keep secrets server-side only
3. **Logging sensitive data** - Never log passwords, tokens, or PII
4. **Hardcoding credentials** - Use environment variables

## Security Assessment Process

1. **Self-Assessment** - Complete the security checklist
2. **Submit Documentation** - Provide security architecture docs
3. **FinHub Review** - Security team reviews submission
4. **Remediation** - Address any findings
5. **Approval** - Receive security clearance