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Application Security

What is Broken Function Level?

Broken Function Level An API vulnerability where improper function-level authorization allows attackers to access or execute functions beyond their privileges.

Source: ISO 27001, NIST Cybersecurity Framework, MITRE ATT&CK

How is “Broken Function Level” Used in Practice?

Check APIs for Broken Function Level vulnerabilities to ensure all endpoints enforce proper authorization for each user role.

Certification Exam Relevance

CISSPCompTIA Security+CEH

Who Needs to Know This Term?

  • SOC Analysts
  • Security Engineers
  • Incident Responders

Related Cybersecurity English Terms

Function Level AuthorizationBroken Object LevelBroken Access ControlBroken Authorization Schema

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What is Broken Function Level?

An API vulnerability where improper function-level authorization allows attackers to access or execute functions beyond their privileges.

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