CISO’s Guide API Security

Understanding the evolving API threat landscape,
its newest challenges and what to do next

APIs are business critical—and risky. Velocity of change, third party dependence and incomplete documentation expand exposure faster than most controls can keep up.

Attacks have shifted to business logic. Adversaries use GenAI to map workflows and automate multi step abuse that appears legitimate, evading traditional tools.

CISO mandate: Establish automated discovery, runtime protection, unified posture management and consistent policies across environments—without slowing delivery.

Operational focus: Reduce tool sprawl and false positives, align Dev/Sec ownership, and measure success through MTTD/MTTR, coverage, and policy consistency.