- Service Name
API Security
- Industry
Cybersecurity, Security, API Security, Application Security
- Main Value Proposition
Akamai API Security enables organizations to safeguard their digital assets by providing full visibility and proactive protection against API threats.
- Description
Akamai API Security provides organizations with comprehensive visibility into their entire API estate through continuous detection and real-time analysis. It helps identify vulnerabilities and mitigate risks associated with API usage.
- Key Features
Continuous discovery and monitoring of all APIs; Automated detection of vulnerabilities and attacks; Integration with existing CI/CD pipelines for security testing; Real-time analysis and remediation workflows
- Use Cases
Testing APIs before deployment to identify vulnerabilities; Monitoring API usage to detect and prevent abuse; Maintaining an up-to-date inventory of all APIs within an organization; Mitigating risks associated with sensitive data exposure through APIs
- Competitive advantages
Comprehensive API inventory and continuous monitoring capabilities; Integration with existing security tools and workflows for enhanced efficiency; Recognition as a leader in API security by industry analysts
- Strengths
The service excels in providing detailed visibility into API behavior, automated vulnerability detection, and the ability to respond quickly to security incidents.
- Positioning
Akamai API Security positions itself as a comprehensive solution for organizations looking to enhance their API security posture amidst increasing threats.
- Audience
The primary target users include security professionals, developers, and IT teams within organizations that rely heavily on APIs for their digital services.
- CTA
Request demo
- Tags
API vulnerabilities
API monitoring
API protection
Cybersecurity
- Tagline
Protect all your APIs from increasingly frequent attacks and data theft.
- Tone of Voice
Professional, authoritative, informative
- Differentiation
Akamai API Security is platform-agnostic, allowing it to work seamlessly across various environments, including SaaS, hybrid, and on-premises, which sets it apart from competitors that may be limited to specific platforms.
- Brand Positioning
Akamai is recognized as a leader in the cloud security space, leveraging its extensive infrastructure to provide robust API security solutions.
- Founded
2020-01-01
- Founders
Oz Golan
Shay Levi