The future of API security is not just about better firewalls — it is about smarter governance, automation and visibility at scale.

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API sprawl creates significant security vulnerabilities through shadow APIs (undocumented endpoints) and zombie APIs (deprecated but still active endpoints) that operate without proper oversight. These unmanaged APIs expand attack surfaces, create inconsistent security postures, and complicate compliance efforts. The rise of AI accelerates API creation, worsening the problem. Organizations can address API sprawl through comprehensive discovery and inventory management, establishing clear governance and ownership, and embedding security throughout the API lifecycle with zero-trust principles.

API Sprawl Can Trip Up Your Security, Big Time