How to Secure Upstash
Step-by-step guide to securing your Upstash Redis, Kafka, and edge data services.
Upstash Security Context
Upstash provides serverless Redis and Kafka with REST API access for edge functions. Token management and proper access control are essential for securing your data.
Security Checklist
Secure REST API tokens
CriticalStore Upstash tokens securely in environment variables.
Configure token permissions
CriticalUse read-only tokens where write access isn't needed.
Review edge access patterns
CriticalUnderstand security implications of edge data access.
Enable TLS encryption
Verify TLS is enabled for all connections.
Configure team permissions
Set appropriate access levels for team members.
Review Redis data security
Understand serverless Redis security model.
Configure Kafka security
If using Kafka, configure topic access appropriately.
Enable audit logging
Track database access and modifications.
Review rate limiting
Configure appropriate rate limits.
Configure eviction policies
Set appropriate data expiration.
Review QStash security
If using QStash, configure webhooks securely.
Configure backups
Verify backup settings are appropriate.
Review vector database
If using Vector, configure access appropriately.
Configure monitoring
Set up alerts for suspicious activity.
Test token rotation
Plan for token rotation procedures.
Run security scan
Use VibeEval to scan your application.