Vulnerable APIs and Bot Attacks: Two Interconnected, Growing Security Threats - David Holmes - ASW #300

APIs are essential to modern application architectures, driving rapid development, seamless integration, and improved user experiences. However, their widespread use has made them prime targets for attackers, especially those deploying sophisticated bots. When these bots exploit business logic, they can cause considerable financial and reputational damage. In this discussion, David Holmes offers insights into the latest trends in API and bot attacks and provides strategies to defend against these threats. Segment Resources: The Economic Impact of API and Bot Attacks: https://www.imperva.com/resources/resource-library/reports/the-economic-impact-of-api-and-bot-attacks/ The True Cost of API Insecurity and Bot Attacks in 2024: https://www.imperva.com/resources/resource-library/webinars/the-true-cost-of-api-insecurity-and-bot-attacks-in-2024/ This segment is sponsored by Imperva. Visit https://www.securityweekly.com/imperva to learn more about them! In the news, fuzzing network traffic in OpenWRT, parsing problems lead to GitLab auth bypass, more fuzzing finds vulns in a JPEG parser, and more! Visit https://www.securityweekly.com/asw for all the latest episodes! Show Notes: https://securityweekly.com/asw-300