Graylog acquires Resurface.io’s API security solution

Hamburg-founded firm Graylog, a provider of SIEM and log management solutions has acquired Resurface.io’s data-driven API security platform. The deal adds scope to Graylog’s security portfolio and ‘delivers to enterprise customers a comprehensive API security Threat Detection and Incident Response platform to combat the evolving challenges in the API security landscape.’ The product will be named Graylog API Security.

“Integrating Resurface.io’s data-driven API security solution with Graylog’s award-winning SIEM platform will empower organisations across Europe to proactively safeguard their APIs and position Graylog as the only SIEM provider offering an API Security solution,” says Graylog CEO, Andy Grolnick.

“I am thrilled to become a part of Graylog and help contribute Resurface’s expertise in API security to their innovative portfolio. Resurface.io’s solution takes a SIEM approach to solving the API Threat Detection issue, so there are many synergies. The Resurface API technology and solution will enable Graylog to reach a broader audience, accelerate product advancements, and provide customers unparalleled API ecosystem protection," says Resurface.io founder, Rob Dickinson.

“APIs have rapidly become a favoured attack surface for cybercriminals as attacks in Europe reach peak levels. Yet, not unlike the “emperor has no clothes” fable, most APIs are exposed due to lack of security monitoring, authentication issues, and other vulnerabilities. This has led to the theft of millions of personal records (PII), ransomware, and other damaging attacks. What is needed is a purpose-built API security solution focused on the detection of and response to API-specific threats, working in concert with a SIEM to provide a more complete defence," says Graylog.