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An API Key can be used to authenticate to supported Google REST APIs. Not all Google APIs support authentication via API key.

Because API keys do not provide a principal or check any additional authorization information, an individual that gains access to an API key will be able to use it to call supported Google APIs without detection.

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Can be used to add or remove restrictions (API restrictions or application restrictions) on how the key can be used.

Risks

1. Denial-of-service (HIGH)
2. Defense destruction (EVASION)

Scope: CRITICAL

This privilege may grant access to sensitive data from a significant fraction of organizational functions, allow interruption of critical organizational services, or its exploit could lead to significant privilege escalation.

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