CISO Corner: Verizon DBIR Lessons; Workplace Microaggression; Shadow APIs

May 3, 2024 at 06:38PM CISO Corner offers articles for security leaders. This issue highlights Verizon DBIR findings, workplace exclusion in cybersecurity, DMARC adoption, Muddling Meerkat’s DNS activities, shadow APIs risk, and a cybersecurity checklist for M&A deals. Also, a new podcast “Dark Reading Confidential” will feature firsthand stories from cybersecurity practitioners. Follow on Spotify, … Read more

Shadow APIs: An Overlooked Cyber-Risk for Orgs

May 1, 2024 at 05:14PM Organizations focusing on API security must prioritize identifying and managing shadow APIs, as they pose significant risks if left unaddressed. Rupesh Chokshi from Akamai highlights the prevalence of these endpoints and emphasizes the need to either document or decommission them. He also outlines the broader challenges and attack vectors associated … Read more

Managing the hidden risks of shadow APIs

February 1, 2024 at 10:07PM APIs are critical in the digital economy but can pose data security risks due to their proliferation. Shadow APIs and lack of visibility exacerbate these challenges. F5’s solution emphasizes inventory management, discovery, validation, and comprehensive visibility. Utilizing AI and ML, it offers intelligent risk mitigation and assists in unified management … Read more