The Evolving API Threat Landscape and Security Considerations

Application Programming Interfaces (APIs) have become an important part of modern technology as we continue to unravel the digital structure of our world. APIs have made it possible for a web of services to work together seamlessly, from social media sites and cloud services to mobile apps and Internet of Things (IoT) devices. They do this by making it easy to connect different software components.

However, along with the convenience of seamless integration and digital transformation, APIs also present a new frontier for cybersecurity threats. APIs have become an attractive target for cybercriminals who want to exploit their unique flaws to access and steal sensitive information.

In this chapter, we’ll start by exploring the history of API security, tracing the journey of APIs from their initial use to their current ubiquitous presence and the rise of related cybersecurity threats at the same time.

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