This retail industry brief explains how APIs underpin modern retail by powering e-commerce, mobile apps, point-of-sale systems, inventory management, and personalized shopping experiences. While APIs enable real-time data exchange and operational agility, they also expose retailers to significant risk because they handle sensitive payment data and personal information at high transaction volumes. Seasonal traffic spikes and complex third-party ecosystems further increase the attack surface, while evolving threats often bypass traditional defenses. The brief highlights the need for continuous API discovery, strong posture governance to reduce misconfigurations, and real-time behavioral monitoring to prevent fraud, data breaches, and inventory manipulation, helping retailers protect customer

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