Learn How to Implement an Effective API Security Strategy

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In the digital era, APIs (Application Programming Interfaces) are more than just a technical enabler. They are a crucial driver of business outcomes, capabilities, and revenue. However, the increase in API dependence is accompanied by increased focus from threat actors who aim to profit by compromising APIs. This has led to a rise in API-related breaches. For example, 1 in 4.6 organizations worldwide every week were impacted by an API attack attempt in the first month of 2024 (up from 20 percent compared to 2023).

This reality emphasizes the crucial need for an API security strategy with robust measures to aid in the never-ending battle against API attacks. But how can we protect crucial API assets and the data behind them? This article delves into this issue, examining effective strategies and best practices for API protection.

Establishing a holistic API security strategy
A comprehensive API security strategy is one that is integrated into your developer workflows, not siloed off. This involves developing a 'secure-by-design' framework that fosters innovation and protects against the continually changing cyber threat landscape.

Full article:
https://www.impart.security/api-security-strategy