North-South APIs: These APIs enable connectivity between an organization’s internal network and external entities, such as third-party services, partners, and customers. North-South API traffic is often subject to intense scrutiny by CISOs, as these APIs expose core business applications to the internet, necessitating stringent security controls to protect against external threats and unauthorized access.
Categories: CC D4: Network Security | CCSP D1: Cloud Concepts - Architecture and Design | CISM D3: Information Security Program | CISSP D8: Software Development Security | Security+ D3: Security Architecture | SSCP D6: Network and Communication Security
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