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• Azure API Management flaws highlight server-side request forgery risks in API development

  New SSRF vulnerabilities highlight the weaknesses of using blacklisting techniques as a defense mechanism.

• Cisco cements software intentions with API, developer programs

  Cisco’s API First strategy prioritises API development and ensures backward compatibility.

• 5 keys to a successful API strategy

  Application programing interfaces are proving vital to driving efficiencies and value in today’s digital business world. Here’s how strategic use of APIs can pay dividends.

• 10 top API security testing tools

  APIs have become a favourite target for attackers. These tools and platforms will help identify errors, vulnerabilities, and excessive permissions.

• 17 clever APIs for every developer whim

  Connect with these Internet APIs to add some crucial data, a helpful feature, or a user-pleasing frill to an application.

• Can APIs be copyrighted?

  Oracle says yes and Google says no, but who’s right? Here are seven arguments in favour of copyrighting APIs - and seven arguments against.

• APIs are becoming a major target for credential stuffing attacks

  New research shows that attackers use APIs to automate credential stuffing attacks. The financial sector is particularly vulnerable.

• Why Lufthansa Group is opening up its APIs

  Lufthansa Group is increasingly turning to APIs as a way to expand its digital reach, cut out aggregators and diversify its direct sales channels.