Name: CSA Triangle Oct Meetup: The Anatomy of an API Attack, presented by Akamai
Start: 2025-10-16T21:30:00.000Z
Location: Red Hat Tower

# The Anatomy of an API Attack

When: Oct 16, 2025 from 5:30 to 8:00 PM

To join in-person: Red Hat Tower, 100 E Davie Street, Raleigh NC 27601

Agenda:
5:30 pm - 6:30 pm ET: Arrival, Food, Drinks and Networking (sponsored by CSA Triangle)
6:30 pm - 7:30 pm ET: Presentation (details below)
7:30 pm - 8:00 pm ET: Food, Drinks and Networking (sponsored by CSA Triangle)

Associated with [Triangle (Raleigh-Durham) Chapter](https://circle.cloudsecurityalliance.org/triangle/home)

Abstract/Summary:
In this session, we will uncover intricate strategies used by cyber attackers through a real-life API breach, focusing on the vulnerabilities that were exploited to manipulate a major retailer's loyalty program. Discover the significant impact of these attacks and the measures you can take to reinforce defenses and avoid similar intrusions. This session will help you learn more about the constantly changing landscape of API security and ways to safeguard your organization against advanced API threats.

Speaker: Michael Jones, API Solutions Engineer

Speaker Bio: Michael Jones is a Senior Solutions Engineer at Akamai, specializing in API security and client education. Previously with Noname Security and MuleSoft, he created award-winning tools and workshops that simplify complex security concepts and drive customer value. He is recognized for innovation, technical expertise, and impactful enablement.

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