APIs Identified as Top Target for Cyber Attacks in 2026

APIs Identified as Top Target for Cyber Attacks in 2026

First seen 18 Feb 2026, 14:22 UTC Digit.FyiCybersecurity-InsidersScworld 24.3

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According to the 2026 API ThreatStats Report released by Wallarm, APIs have emerged as the most exploited attack surface, with attackers leveraging repeatable failures at machine speed and scale. This trend indicates a significant shift in the focus of cyber threats, affecting organizations that rely on API integrations.

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2026-02-17
Wallarm released the 2026 API ThreatStats Report
2026-02-18
Digit.Fyi reports on APIs as the number-one target for attackers