GraphQL security scanner: Securing modern APIs with Invicti
Scan your GraphQL APIs for exploitable vulnerabilities as part of your wider application attack surface.
As modern applications increasingly rely on APIs to deliver seamless, data-driven user experiences, GraphQL has emerged as a powerful alternative (or complement) to REST. Developed by Facebook and released in 2015, GraphQL allows clients to request exactly the data they need—no more, no less. As with any new technology, this brings not only new possibilities but also new security challenges that require dedicated tools for proper testing. That’s why the ability to scan GraphQL APIs is vital for any modern application security scanner.
The software is an important part of my security strategy which is in progress toward other services at OECD. And I find it better than external expertise. I had, of course, the opportunity to compare expertise reports with Invicti ones. Invicti was better, finding more breaches.
Senior Analyst, OECD
What is a GraphQL scanner?
A GraphQL scanner is a security testing tool designed to analyze GraphQL APIs for vulnerabilities. Compared to REST APIs with their multiple operation-specific endpoints, GraphQL provides a single endpoint that supports rich, nested queries. This means traditional API security scanners often fall short because they’re not schema-aware and can’t interact with the unique structure of GraphQL requests.
An effective GraphQL scanner must not only recognize GraphQL traffic but also understand the schema, validate inputs, and simulate real attack scenarios to identify exploitable weaknesses. And because APIs don’t exist in a vacuum, they should be scanned as an integral part of the overall application attack surface.
How Invicti scans GraphQL APIs
Invicti supports GraphQL scanning as a core part of its dynamic application security testing (DAST) capabilities. Typically, you import your schema into Invicti from a file or URL and the scanner will can automatically scan your GraphQL API for vulnerabilities. If introspection is enabled for testing, you don’t even need to import the schema manually—Invicti will detect GraphQL endpoints, map them out using introspection, and run the scan.
Why choose Invicti as your GraphQL vulnerability scanner
Invicti is not just another vulnerability scanner—it’s a DAST-first platform built for modern application security. Its support for GraphQL API testing is an integral part of securing your entire application by combining deep technical understanding with automation, scalability, and integration.
By focusing on exploitable risks and removing the noise, Invicti helps you secure your most critical APIs with minimal overhead. Whether your GraphQL endpoints are public-facing or internal, standalone or embedded, Invicti provides the visibility and control you need to secure them with confidence.
Conclusion: Secure your GraphQL APIs with confidence
GraphQL may make data access more efficient, but it also introduces a unique and growing attack surface. As attackers continue to probe APIs for weaknesses, securing them is no longer optional.
With Invicti, you can automatically discover, scan, and validate vulnerabilities in your GraphQL APIs as part of your broader application security program. Start finding and fixing real risks—before attackers do.
Ready to test your GraphQL APIs with Invicti? Learn more about GraphQL scanning or request a demo today.
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