Security News > 2022 > August > API security incidents occur at least once a month

Postman released the results of its 2022 State of the API Report, which surveyed more than 37,000 developers and API professionals on a range of topics, including their organizations' priorities, how they get their work done, and where they see the industry going.

API investments to remain strong, despite economic headwinds: Investments in APIs will increase or stay the same over the next 12 months, said 89% of global respondents.

API-first leaders outperform: While only 8% of respondents identified themselves as API-first leaders, this elite group produces APIs faster, deploys more often, has fewer failures, and recovers sooner when failures occur.

In North America, 78% of developers and API professionals called it "Very important," exceeding the global figure of 72%. Other regions, such as Asia and Europe value it less highly.

API security incidents occur monthly at many companies: Some 20% of respondents reported API security incidents or breaches at least once a month at their organization.

While the overall picture was more reassuring-52% said incidents happen less than once a year-the data underscores the importance of incorporating security early in the API lifecycle.

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