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
- Storing tokens in localStorage - Use secure HTTP-only cookies
- Exposing client secrets - Keep secrets server-side only
- Logging sensitive data - Never log passwords, tokens, or PII
- Hardcoding credentials - Use environment variables
Security Assessment Process
- Self-Assessment - Complete the security checklist
- Submit Documentation - Provide security architecture docs
- FinHub Review - Security team reviews submission
- Remediation - Address any findings
- Approval - Receive security clearance