What is API?
An API (Application Programming Interface) is a set of rules that allows different software systems to communicate with each other. In cybersecurity, APIs play an essential role by enabling secure and structured access to data and functionality—without exposing the internal logic or structure of the systems they connect to.
Think of an API as a door with access control: you press a button (send a request), and only if you have the right permissions does the door open. This allows systems to collaborate effectively, while still protecting information and services from unauthorized access.
Example
A security tool like Splunk can use an API to pull logs from various systems. The API gives Splunk access only to the necessary data—without exposing the rest of the infrastructure. This maintains both efficiency and security.
Sicra and API
API security is relevant across several of Sicra’s services, particularly in monitoring, access management, and architectural design. Sicra helps organizations secure APIs against threats such as unauthorized access, data leakage, and automated attacks. This includes implementing authentication, logging, monitoring, and structured risk management.
APIs are commonly used in modern cloud and hybrid environments, and are key components in the implementation of Zero Trust architecture and broader security strategies.
Services:
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Related terms: Authentication, Credential stuffing, Zero Trust, Cyber Kill Chain, SOC, Phishing, ISO/IEC27001, Splunk, Threat intelligence, Microsoft