Previously harmless Google API keys now expose Gemini AI data

Google API keys for services like Maps embedded in accessible client-side code could be used to authenticate to the Gemini AI ...
CoinTelegraph

What are API keys? Definition, importance, usage and security

API keys are unique alphanumeric codes issued by service providers to developers, granting them access to their APIs. They are like virtual keys, unlocking the doors to various functionalities and ...
InfoWorld

‘Silent’ Google API key change exposed Gemini AI data

API key exploitation is more than hypothetical. In a different context, a student who reportedly exposed a GCP API key on GitHub last June was left nursing a $55,444 bill (later waived by Google) ...
InfoWorld

How to use API keys to secure web APIs in ASP.NET Core

Take advantage of API key authentication to control the access of applications and services to your Web APIs in ASP.NET Core. There are several ways to secure your APIs in ASP.NET Core 7. You can use ...