Rate Limiting
Rate limiting controls how many API requests a client can make in a given time window, preventing abuse and ensuring fair resource distribution. isMalicious enforces per-key rate limits and returns HTTP 429 with a Retry-After header when limits are exceeded.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Rate Limiting?
Rate limiting controls how many API requests a client can make in a given time window, preventing abuse and ensuring fair resource distribution. isMalicious enforces per-key rate limits and returns HTTP 429 with a Retry-After header when limits are exceeded.
How is Rate Limiting related to API Key?
Rate Limiting and API Key are both key concepts in threat intelligence. An API key is a unique identifier used to authenticate requests to an API. It grants access to specific resources and rate limits. API keys should be kept secret and rotated regularly; they should never be exposed in client-side code or version control.