HIGH

Ensure API Management uses HTTPS for APIs

All API endpoints should enforce HTTPS to protect data in transit.

Security Impact

HTTP connections expose API traffic including credentials to interception.

How to Remediate

Configure API policies to reject HTTP requests and enforce HTTPS only.

Affected Resources

Microsoft.ApiManagement/service

Compliance Frameworks

SOC 2PCI-DSSHIPAANIST 800-53

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Check Details

Check ID
azure-apim-1
Service
Azure API Management
Category
Encryption
Severity
HIGH

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