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.....»»
API security firm Impart Security promises solutions, not more alarms, for overwhelmed security staff
Impart Security detects security threats and vulnerabilities to APIs, then resolves issues automatically without human involvement. Impart Security detects security threats and vulnerabilities to APIs, then resolves issues automatically without h.....»»
Visibility into runtime threats against mobile apps and APIs still lacking
A new report from Osterman Research codifies the increasing dependence of businesses upon their mobile apps, and reveals a jarring disconnect between the strategic importance of apps versus the level of focus and resources applied to protect organiza.....»»
Product showcase: ImmuniWeb Neuron, DAST with a zero false positives SLA
Few organizations can afford regular penetration testing of their numerous web applications, APIs and microservices. Instead, they usually leverage a fully automated web vulnerability scanning, namely various Dynamic Application Security Testing (DAS.....»»
Properly securing APIs is becoming increasingly urgent
Imperva released a new study that uncovers the rising global costs of vulnerable or insecure APIs. The analysis of nearly 117,000 unique cybersecurity incidents estimates that API insecurity results in $41-$75 billion of losses annually. The study, c.....»»
ThreatX API Protection Quick Start Program enables businesses to extend security to their APIs
ThreatX launched its API Protection Quick Start Program, designed to help organizations better protect their APIs by rapidly deploying real-time protection against botnet, DDoS and complex, multi-mode attacks. APIs are a gold mine for attackers becau.....»»
Apple Will Now Allow Developers To Transfer Ownership of Apps That Use iCloud
"The most impactful change to come out of WWDC had nothing to do with APIs, a new framework or any hardware announcement," writes Jordan Morgan via Daring Fireball. "Instead, it was a change I've been clamoring for the last several years -- and it's.....»»
ThreatX hires Phil Lawrence as VP of Engineering
ThreatX announced the hiring of Phil Lawrence as Vice President of Engineering. Lawrence’s technical background and leadership experience will enable ThreatX to continue developing the market’s most effective platform to protect APIs against atta.....»»
API security warrants its own specific solution
Application programming interfaces (APIs) enable developers to quickly and easily roll-out services but they’re also equally attractive to attackers. This is because they can provide ready access to back-end systems and sensitive data sets. What ma.....»»
iOS 16 integrates U1 chip with ARKit amid rumors of Apple’s mixed reality headset
iOS 16 introduces multiple new APIs, which allow developers to expand the capabilities of their apps. For instance, there are new APIs for lock screen widgets, walkie-talkie, interactive maps, weather data, and more. Interestingly, Apple has also up.....»»
iOS 16 integrates U1 chip with ARKit amidst rumors of Apple’s mixed reality headset
iOS 16 introduces multiple new APIs, which allow developers to expand the capabilities of their apps. For instance, there are new APIs for lock screen widgets, walkie-talkie, interactive maps, weather data, and more. Interestingly, Apple has also up.....»»
New iOS 16 API enables walkie-talkie capabilities for third-party apps
Apple this week announced iOS 16, which brings new features such as a redesigned lock screen with widgets, expanded Focus Mode, iMessage improvements, passkeys, and more. In addition, iOS 16 comes with multiple new APIs, including one that enables w.....»»
watchOS 9 adds new APIs for sharing and VoIP apps on Apple Watch
Apple announced watchOS 9 at WWDC 2022 along with iOS 16 and other software updates. With watchOS 9, Apple Watch users will get new and updated watch faces, plus enhanced health features, medication reminders, and more. Apple has also added new APIs.....»»
Top three most critical areas of web security
Akamai Technologies revealed three research reports at the RSA Conference 2022, focusing on three of the most critical areas of web security: ransomware, web applications and APIs, and DNS traffic. Analyzing trillions of data points across its multip.....»»
Cequence Security Unified API Protection enables security teams to protect their APIs
At RSA Conference 2022, Cequence Security announced the Unified API Protection solution, a new approach that helps security teams discover, detect and defend APIs. While many companies today are using the term “API security” to describe t.....»»
Apple unveils passkeys for passwordless authentication to apps and websites
At WWDC 2022, Apple has announced and previewed iOS 16 and iPad OS 16, macOS 13 (aka macOS Ventura), watchOS 9, their new M2 chips, new MacBook Air and Pro, as well as new tools, technologies, and APIs for developers focusing on Apple’s platfor.....»»
Akamai Malware Protection blocks malicious files uploaded to web apps and APIs
Akamai Technologies unveiled Malware Protection, which shields web applications and APIs from malicious uploads. The solution expands Akamai’s web application and API protection (WAAP), detecting and blocking malware at the edge, preventing it.....»»
Apple details new APIs & Xcode Cloud for developers
Following a tease during the WWDC keynote, Apple has made Lock Screen Widgets for iOS 16, the WeatherKit API, Xcode Cloud, and more available to third-party developers.Shortly after the conclusion of the Keynote Address of WWDC 2022, Apple announced.....»»
Data Theorem Supply Chain Secure identifies third-party vulnerabilities across the application software stack
Data Theorem launched Supply Chain Secure, an attack surface management (ASM) product to address software supply chain security threats across the application full-stack of APIs, cloud services, SDKs, and open source software. Data Theorem uniquely i.....»»
Google Play To Ban Call-Recording Apps
Google has announced a "bizarre" policy that effectively bans call-recording apps from the Play Store, ArsTechnica reports. From the report: As part of Google's crackdown on apps that use Android's accessibility APIs for non-accessibility reasons, Go.....»»
Google Proposes Shutdown Changes To Speed Linux Reboots
UnknowingFool writes: Google has proposed a change on how Linux kernel handles shutdowns specifically when NVMe drives are used. The issue that Google is finding is that the current NVMe drivers use synchronous APIs when shutting down and it can take.....»»