Could APIs be the undoing of AI?
Application programming interfaces (APIs) are essential to how generative AI (GenAI) functions with agents (e.g., calling upon them for data). But the combination of API and LLM issues coupled with rapid rollouts is likely to see numerous organizatio.....»»
APIs are increasingly becoming attractive targets
APIs, a technology that underpins today’s most used sites and apps, are being leveraged by businesses more than ever—ultimately opening the door to more online threats than seen before, according to Cloudflare. APIs power the digital world—our.....»»
Android users could soon replace Google Assistant with ChatGPT
The Android ChatGPT app is working on support for Android's assistant APIs. Enlarge (credit: Aurich Lawson | Getty Images) Hey Android users, are you tired of Google's neglect of Google Assistant? Well, one of Google's.....»»
Cybersecurity challenges emerge in the wake of API expansion
In this Help Net Security interview, Vedran Cindric, CEO at Treblle, discusses the exponential growth of AI-related APIs, citing a 96% increase in 2023. He sheds light on the integral role APIs play in powering AI interactions, revealing the invisibl.....»»
API security in 2024: Predictions and trends
As technology continues to advance at an unprecedented pace, so does the complexity of API (application programming interface) security. With the proliferation of APIs in modern applications and services, organizations will need to develop a better u.....»»
Data Theorem releases API Attack Path Visualization for enhanced API and Software supply chain security
Data Theorem has introduced the API Attack Path Visualization capabilities for the protection of APIs and the software supply chain. This latest enhancement of its API Secure solution empowers organizations with a comprehensive understanding of the a.....»»
Design flaw leaves Google Workspace vulnerable for takeover
A design flaw in Google Workspace’s domain-wide delegation feature, discovered by Hunters’ Team Axon, can allow attackers to misuse existing delegations, enabling privilege escalation and unauthorized access to Workspace APIs without Super Admin.....»»
ThreatX enhances API and app protection for containerized environments
ThreatX has unveiled new capabilities for its Runtime API and Application Protection (RAAP) solution. ThreatX RAAP helps CISOs and security teams extend APIs and app protection to containerized environments. ThreatX delivers this capability through a.....»»
Data Theorem enhances Cloud Secure platform with ML-based hacker toolkits and visualizations
Data Theorem introduced an attack path analysis of APIs and software supply chain exploits to its cloud-native application protection platform (CNAPP) called Cloud Secure. The new release includes machine learning (ML)-based hacker toolkits and impro.....»»
Wallarm and MuleSoft empower users to tackle API threats
Wallarm today announced general availability of the seamless Application and API Security policy integration with MuleSoft AnyPoint Platform. In today’s digital landscape, business and technical leaders must ensure that their Apps and APIs rema.....»»
Halide adds support for Zero Shutter Lag and other iOS 17 features
Apple released iOS 17 to the public on Monday, and in addition to many new features such as StandBy Mode and NameDrop, the update also brings new APIs for third-party apps. We’ve highlighted multiple apps that are already taking advantage of these.....»»
Elevating API security to reinforce cyber defense
While APIs are essential to many operations and used extensively, a lack of prioritization and understanding is leading us towards a growing API security crisis, according to a report by Traceable AI and Ponemon Institute. The urgency for API securit.....»»
Tenable unveils web application and API scanning capabilities for Nessus Expert
Tenable has unveiled web application and API scanning in Tenable Nessus Expert, new features that provide simple and comprehensive vulnerability scanning for modern web applications and APIs. Web application and API scanning in Nessus Expert are dyna.....»»
Understanding how attackers exploit APIs is more important than ever
In this Help Net Security video, Andy Hornegold, Product Lead at Intruder, dives into API security and explores how several recent high-profile breaches were caused by simple failings – which didn’t require sophisticated security to prevent. The.....»»
How to handle API sprawl and the security threat it poses
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 cybe.....»»
Traceable AI combats API abuse with digital fraud prevention capabilities
Traceable AI introduced digital fraud prevention capabilities, to deliver protection against fraudulent activities across APIs and digital interfaces. This innovation is crucial, especially in the post-COVID era, as businesses continue to grapple wit.....»»
Apple clamps down on device fingerprinting that lets sneaky developers track users
After introducing App Tracking Transparency a couple of years ago, Apple wants developers to be even more clear about why they use certain APIs in … The post Apple clamps down on device fingerprinting that lets sneaky developers track users app.....»»
App Store to require developers to describe why their apps use certain APIs
The App Store review process is very strict to ensure that apps comply with Apple’s guidelines. And soon, this whole process will get even more strict. That’s because Apple recently announced that developers would be required to detail why their.....»»
API tools and services are fueling revenue growth
As more companies recognize APIs as the building blocks of modern software, API tools and services are evolving to meet their needs, according to Postman. Adopting an API-first approach “More companies are adopting an API-first approach to software.....»»
Cequence Security strengthens API protection platform with generative AI and no-code security automation
Cequence Security announced new updates to the Unified API Protection (UAP) platform that strengthen customers’ ability to discover, manage risk and protect APIs. With the latest capabilities, organizations can rapidly deploy API Security Testing w.....»»
Android 14 Beta 3 is Here and We’ve Reached Platform Stability
A new Android 14 Beta is upon this week as Android 14 Beta 3. This is a big moment as it takes us into “platform stability,” which means that all of the developer APIs and all app-facing behaviors are now final. Woohoo! This update could.....»»