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Security best practices and compliance requirements for FinHub API in production
Security & Compliance
This document outlines security best practices and compliance requirements for your FinHub API integration in production environments.
Security Overview
Security is paramount when handling financial data. This section covers the security measures implemented by FinHub and recommended practices for your integration.
Authentication Security
- Use strong API keys and keep them secure
- Implement proper key rotation policies
- Use OAuth 2.0 for user authentication flows
- Implement MFA where possible
Data Protection
- All data is encrypted in transit using TLS 1.2+
- Sensitive data is encrypted at rest
- Implement proper data minimization practices
- Follow the principle of least privilege
Compliance Requirements
GDPR Compliance
- User consent management
- Data subject rights handling
- Data retention policies
PCI DSS
- Cardholder data handling requirements
- Network security measures
- Access control policies
AML/KYC Requirements
- Customer verification procedures
- Transaction monitoring requirements
- Suspicious activity reporting
Security Audits
Regular security audits are recommended to ensure ongoing compliance and security:
- Penetration testing
- Vulnerability assessments
- Code reviews
- Compliance certifications
Incident Response
In case of a security incident:
- Contain the breach
- Assess the impact
- Notify affected parties
- Implement remediation measures
Contact Security Team
For security concerns or questions, please contact our security team at security@finhub.example.com.