Integrating API Security with CrowdStrike for Enhanced Threat Detection: A Strategic New Partnership
In a world where digital transformation is paramount, API security is more critical than ever. On December 17, 2024, Salt Security, a key player in the API security landscape, announced a significant new integration with CrowdStrike, a renowned name in cybersecurity. This collaboration merges the strengths of Salt Security’s API Protection Platform with CrowdStrike’s Falcon® Next-Gen Security Information and Event Management (SIEM) system. Available on the CrowdStrike Marketplace, this integration provides organizations with critical visibility over API security risks, coupled with enhanced response capabilities to swiftly address potential threats.
With API security incidents reportedly soaring over the past year—having more than doubled according to the Salt Labs' 2024 State of API Security Report—there is a pressing need for robust security measures in this realm. Salt Security leverages advanced technologies including cloud-scale big data and sophisticated AI and machine learning capabilities to counteract API threats. Their patented approach effectively blocks what are known as low-and-slow API attacks, which builds resilience into organizations’ API strategies.
The new integration significantly uplifts organizations’ security postures by synthesizing telemetry data gathered through Salt Security’s API-focused methodologies alongside CrowdStrike’s comprehensive threat intelligence systems. This synthesis includes endpoint and identity information, cloud service telemetry, and insights derived from third-party security tools. As organizations navigate the complexities associated with modern digital infrastructures, this partnership promises a more holistic view of their attack surfaces, enabling faster threat detection and remediation actions.
Roey Eliyahu, CEO and co-founder of Salt Security, articulated the growing concerns regarding API vulnerabilities, highlighting the crucial role that APIs play in contemporary business ecosystems. He stated, "APIs are unique and exhibit individual behavioral attributes, making the oversight of their potential weaknesses exceedingly complex. This partnership uniquely positions us to offer an integrated solution that is both effective and actionable, ensuring that businesses can proactively address security gaps and defend against sophisticated threats."
The collaboration has roots in past interactions, as CrowdStrike's Falcon Fund made significant investments in Salt Security in 2022. Since then, both firms have cultivated an alliance focused on advancing API threat detection mechanisms. Daniel Bernard, Chief Business Officer at CrowdStrike, acknowledged the inherent risks tied to API usage, underscoring their significance in supporting digital transformation yet posing unique challenges alongside.
This integration is poised to deliver actionable insights critical to identifying and closing security gaps within organizations of varying sizes, ensuring the sanctity of their digital assets. To fully grasp the capabilities of this integration, Salt Security and CrowdStrike will host an informative webinar on January 7, 2025. Attendees will have the opportunity to delve deeper into the integrated features of the Salt Protection Platform and Falcon system. Interested parties are invited to secure their spots.
As businesses continue to evolve their digital architectures, ensuring the protection of APIs is paramount. Salt Security stands at the forefront of this field, pioneering solutions that outline the path towards comprehensive API security, equipping organizations with the essential tools to explore innovation confidently. To learn more about this strategic partnership and its offerings, additional information can be accessed through Salt Security’s website or by reaching out for personalized demos. The synergy between Salt Security and CrowdStrike exemplifies the industry's commitment to not only navigating but redefining the realms of API security amidst a continually evolving threat landscape.