Report 20 Feb 2023

Expert View: API Security

An API-driven business model is key for any company to remain competitive in today’s software landscape. Companies use APIs to connect services and transfer data; therefore, a compromised API can significantly affect their business, leading to physical, financial, and reputational damage. In light of a growing number of API cyberattacks, protecting APIs has become a major concern for many companies. This document will give an overview of API security issues and best practices to address them.