APIs are fundamental to digital transformation, enabling connectivity across cloud, mobile, and third-party platforms, but they also expand the attack surface and introduce new security risks. Many organizations lack proper API documentation and full visibility, making these interfaces vulnerable to sophisticated threats and compliance issues. Attackers, empowered by generative AI, can analyze API structures and exploit business logic through attacks that mimic legitimate usage, allowing them to evade detection. As a result, APIs have become prime targets for abuse, highlighting the need for stronger monitoring, better visibility, and advanced protection strategies to secure modern applications and prevent increasingly complex and stealthy cyberattacks.

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