JSON

Definition

JSON (JavaScript Object Notation) is a lightweight data interchange format that is easy for humans to read and write, and easy for machines to parse and generate. It is language-independent but uses conventions familiar to programmers of the C family of languages, including C, C++, C#, Java, JavaScript, Perl, Python, and many others. JSON is primarily used to transmit data between a server and a web application as an alternative to XML.

Secure Settings Example

{
  "user": {
    "id": 12345,
    "name": "John Doe",
    "roles": ["user"],
    "settings": {
      "encryption": "AES256",
      "dataRetention": "30 days"
    }
  }
}

In this example, sensitive data is encrypted using a strong algorithm (AES256), and data retention policies are clearly defined.

Insecure Settings Example

{
  "user": {
    "id": 12345,
    "name": "John Doe",
    "roles": ["user"],
    "settings": {
      "encryption": "none",
      "dataRetention": "indefinite"
    }
  }
}

This example demonstrates insecure settings where sensitive data is not encrypted, and data retention is set to indefinite, posing a risk of data exposure and non-compliance with data protection regulations.