Akamai API Security
Stop API attacks and abuse.
Overview
Akamai API Security is a solution that provides comprehensive visibility, detection, and response for API-based threats. It continuously discovers all APIs, including shadow and third-party APIs, and uses behavioral analytics to detect complex attacks, data abuse, and anomalies.
✨ Key Features
- Continuous API Discovery
- API Risk Auditing
- Behavioral Threat Detection
- Data Loss Prevention
- Shadow API Detection
🎯 Key Differentiators
- Leverages the scale and intelligence of the Akamai Intelligent Edge Platform
- Deep behavioral analytics for threat detection
- Integration with Akamai's broader security portfolio
Unique Value: Provides robust API security backed by the massive scale and threat intelligence of the Akamai global network, offering unparalleled performance and protection.
🎯 Use Cases (4)
✅ Best For
- Blocking credential stuffing and account takeover attacks
- Identifying and securing shadow APIs
- Protecting sensitive data from being exposed via APIs
💡 Check With Vendor
Verify these considerations match your specific requirements:
- Shift-left developer-focused tooling
- API gateway management
🏆 Alternatives
Offers a highly scalable solution that is tightly integrated with other Akamai security and delivery products, providing a unified defense posture.
💻 Platforms
🔌 Integrations
🛟 Support Options
- ✓ Email Support
- ✓ Live Chat
- ✓ Phone Support
- ✓ Dedicated Support (Enterprise tier)
🔒 Compliance & Security
💰 Pricing
✓ 14-day free trial
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