How API Token Rotation Reduces Breach Surface Area

Episode 56 of The Developer Tools Podcast examines API token rotation—why static tokens are a security liability and how automated rotation limits blast radius. Lucas and Luna break down a real-world GitHub token leak incident, explain the difference between refresh tokens and access tokens, and discuss implementation trade-offs including token lifespan vs. performance cost. They also cover current best practices like OAuth 2.0 token exchange and short-lived JWTs. The episode ends with a reflection on how small architectural habits can prevent big breaches. #API #TokenRotation #Security #AccessTokens #RefreshTokens #JWT #OAuth2 #GitHub #LeakedTokens #BlastRadius #DevTools #DeveloperExperience #Authentication #Infrastructure #BestPractices #BusinessAndTechnology #FexingoBusiness #BusinessPodcast Keep every episode free: buymeacoffee.com/fexingo