CyberKnight, Wallarm Partner to Strengthen API Security
According to MarketsandMarkets, the global API security market is projected to grow from $744 million in 2023 to $3.03 billion by 2028. This reflects a strong CAGR of 32.5%. The surge is due to rising API breaches and the growing complexity of application ecosystems.
Organizations are also rapidly adopting AI-powered agents. As a result, demand for advanced AI security is rising. The need for modern, automated protection tools is more urgent than ever.
To meet this need, CyberKnight and Wallarm have announced a strategic value-added distribution partnership. The announcement was made at GISEC 2025 in Dubai at the CyberKnight stand. The partnership targets enterprises and government entities across META.
Wallarm will now benefit from CyberKnight's regional reach and Zero Trust Security expertise. CyberKnight brings strong customer relationships and a deep partner ecosystem. This move aims to help customers improve risk management and compliance, and protect digital infrastructure.
Wallarm delivers a fast and effective way to stop API attacks. It enables organizations to map and secure their full API landscape. This includes APIs driving AI services. Wallarm uses automated risk analysis and patented threat detection. It is also the only API security platform that blocks 0-day attacks in real time.
Moreover, it is easy to deploy across hybrid environments. This simplifies adoption for enterprises with complex setups.
Key benefits of Wallarm's API security platform include: Real-time protection against known and unknown threats
Automated analysis of API traffic and risk
Fast deployment in hybrid and cloud-native environments
Ivan Novikov, CEO and Co-Founder at Wallarm, said APIs are now central to digital innovation. However, they also expand the attack surface. He noted that attackers evolve quickly, but AI helps Wallarm detect and block threats in real time. He added that the partnership with CyberKnight helps protect legacy and AI-powered systems alike.
Wael Jaber, Chief Strategy Officer at CyberKnight, stated that APIs are now the main attack surface. He highlighted growing threats from both legacy vulnerabilities and AI-native risks. The partnership with Wallarm supports CyberKnight's goal of delivering AI-powered API security and helping organizations secure their digital ecosystems.
The API security market is expanding rapidly. With this partnership, CyberKnight and Wallarm are aiming to provide the region with the tools needed to stay ahead of evolving threats.
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