Upwind Enhances API Security with New Automatic Data Flow Discovery

Upwind, a cloud security platform, has announced a significant enhancement to its API security solutions. The company has launched a feature that automates the discovery and classification of sensitive data flows through APIs, aiming to bolster data protection and manage associated risks more effectively.

As Web APIs increasingly become targets for cyberattacks, Upwind's innovation addresses this growing threat. Recent research highlighted a 20% rise in attacks on Web APIs in 2024. Upwind's new capability allows for automatic tracking of sensitive data and classifies it as PCI, PII, or PHI, ensuring secure handling within the customer's environment.

This feature leverages eBPF-based sensors, which improve the ability to detect API data flows without the need for outdated methods like traffic mirroring. Upwind assures minimal performance impact while providing real-time API traffic analysis and unparalleled visibility.

The enhancement empowers organizations to swiftly address potential threats by understanding and prioritizing security risks. CEO Amiram Shachar emphasizes that the goal is to help businesses preemptively secure sensitive data, navigating an increasingly intricate threat landscape.