Akamai Delivers Native Connector for API Traffic Analysis

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Akamai Technologies has announced a new native connector between Akamai API Security and Akamai Connected Cloud. This integration aims to simplify and accelerate the discovery and protection of APIs by enabling customers to send a copy of their Akamai Connected Cloud traffic directly to API Security for analysis and rapid attack blocking.

The native connector offers several benefits, including faster ROI with rapid, zero-touch deployment, reduced total cost of ownership, and rapid attack response with direct blocking capability at the Akamai edge. Akamai API Security's vendor-neutral approach allows integration with over 40 traffic sources, providing flexibility for organizations to use their preferred technologies while benefiting from advanced API security capabilities.

Currently, the native connector is used by more than 100 Akamai customers, analyzing over 300,000 APIs that generate over half a trillion monthly requests. The connector will be generally available on October 1, 2024.

Positive

• Integration simplifies and accelerates API discovery and protection
• Faster ROI with rapid, zero-touch deployment
• Reduced total cost of ownership
• Rapid attack response with direct blocking capability at the Akamai edge
• Vendor-neutral approach allows integration with over 40 traffic sources
• Already used by more than 100 Akamai customers
• Analyzes over 300,000 APIs generating half a trillion monthly requests

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• None.

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Integration improves the protection of APIs by connecting to Akamai Connected Cloud

CAMBRIDGE, Mass., Oct. 1, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Akamai Technologies, Inc. (NASDAQ: AKAM), the cloud company that powers and protects life online, today announced a new native connector between Akamai API Security and Akamai Connected Cloud. This integration simplifies and accelerates the discovery and protection of APIs by enabling customers to send a copy of their Akamai Connected Cloud traffic directly to API Security for analysis and to rapidly block attacks.

"In today's fast-paced digital environment, APIs are critical for driving business innovation and growth. However, APIs can also be a significant risk if not properly secured," said Rupesh Chokshi, Senior Vice President and General Manager, Application Security, Akamai. "Our new native connector provides customers with an easy and effective way to gain visibility into their API traffic and protect against attacks, without impacting performance or incurring additional costs."

Although they are typically overlooked, apps are everywhere, and APIs form the fabric that connects them all. Organizations need to be properly equipped to keep pace with digital transformation while also ensuring security in a world where APIs are increasingly important.

The Akamai native connector delivers a simple option for companies to discover and protect their APIs, along with several key benefits for their customers, including:

• Faster ROI with rapid, zero-touch deployment
• Reduced total cost of ownership with no implementation, maintenance overhead, networking, or other long-term costs
• Rapid attack response with direct blocking capability at the Akamai edge

One of the key strengths of API Security is its vendor-neutral approach, allowing it to integrate with more than 40 traffic sources. This includes cloud environments, API gateways, web application firewalls, and more. Organizations have the flexibility to continue using their preferred technologies and tools, while still benefiting from ‌advanced API security capabilities. With its ability to integrate with various traffic sources, Akamai API Security offers a comprehensive and reliable solution for protecting APIs against evolving cyberthreats.

The native connector is currently used by more than 100 Akamai customers, analyzing 300,000+ APIs that generate over half a trillion monthly requests. The connector is generally available on October 1, 2024. For more information, please visit www.akamai.com/products/api-security/

About Akamai

Akamai powers and protects life online. Leading companies worldwide choose Akamai to build, deliver, and secure their digital experiences — helping billions of people live, work, and play every day. Akamai Connected Cloud, a massively distributed edge and cloud platform, puts apps and experiences closer to users and keeps threats farther away. Learn more about Akamai's cloud computing, security, and content delivery solutions at akamai.com and akamai.com/blog, or follow Akamai Technologies on X, formerly known as Twitter, and LinkedIn.

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FAQ

When will Akamai's new native connector for API Security be available?

The native connector for Akamai API Security will be generally available on October 1, 2024.

How many traffic sources can Akamai API Security integrate with?

Akamai API Security can integrate with more than 40 traffic sources, including cloud environments, API gateways, and web application firewalls.

What are the key benefits of Akamai's new native connector for API Security?

The key benefits include faster ROI with rapid deployment, reduced total cost of ownership, and rapid attack response with direct blocking capability at the Akamai edge.

How many Akamai customers are currently using the new native connector for API Security?

The native connector is currently used by more than 100 Akamai customers, analyzing over 300,000 APIs that generate over half a trillion monthly requests.