By Andrew Stiefel
The proliferation of APIs has marked them as prime targets for malicious attackers. With recent reports indicating that API vulnerabilities are costing businesses billions of dollars annually, it’s no wonder they are at the top of mind of many cyber security professionals.
By Debarati Biswas
As organizations continue to adopt digital transformation, the reliance on Application Programming Interfaces (APIs) has grown exponentially. APIs play a pivotal role in enabling seamless communication between different systems and facilitating data exchange, making them essential components of modern software architecture. However, with the increasing use of APIs, the risks associated with unauthorized access, data breaches, and cyberattacks have also surged. To address these concerns, machine identity management has emerged as a critical practice for bolstering API security.
