API Vulnerability, Unprotected Devices
Security Boulevard, Wednesday, July 30th, 2025
Beyond the Browser: How Unprotected Devices are Fueling the API Security Crisis
When it comes to protecting critical business applications, API security is the number one concern of a stunning 71% of cybersecurity professionals at large enterprises, our data shows. One particularly alarming trend is the rise of API attacks targeting unprotected devices like gaming consoles, set-top boxes, in-vehicle entertainment systems and even medical devices.
As more of these devices become API-enabled, their vulnerable endpoints serve as digital attack ingresses-entry points for malicious actors to infiltrate networks. With the attack surface expanding at an unprecedented rate, the potential for widespread damage is immense.