This report explores API security risks affecting healthcare providers, payers, telemedicine platforms, electronic health records, and connected medical devices. It found that 84.7% of healthcare organizations experienced an API incident, with average financial impacts of $510,600. Loss of patient trust, reduced productivity, and increased internal scrutiny were the leading consequences. While 65% reported complete API inventories, only 24% knew which APIs returned sensitive information, down from 40% in 2023. Unmanaged endpoints, insufficient authentication, traditional tools, and third-party integrations can expose protected health information and create HIPAA risk. The report calls for stronger visibility, continuous monitoring, access controls, and proactive API defenses against adapti

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