As artificial intelligence and large language models (LLMs) continue to reshape the technological landscape, the importance of API security has never been more critical. In a recent interview at Black Hat 2024, Tyler Shields, Vice President of Product Marketing at Traceable, shed light on the evolving relationship between API security and AI/LLM applications. This article explores key insights for developers, engineers, and architects navigating this complex terrain.

The Evolving Landscape of API Vulnerabilities

With the rapid adoption of AI and LLM-driven applications, the API security landscape is undergoing significant changes. Shields highlights a “massive explosion of APIs” driven by several factors: