Detecting Shadow API Endpoints Overview Shadow APIs are API endpoints operating within an organization's environment that are not tracked, documented, or secured. They emerge from rapid development cycles, forgotten test environments, deprecated API versions left running, third-party integrations, or developer side projects deployed without governance. Shadow APIs bypass authentication and monitoring controls, creating hidden entry points for attackers. Studies show that up to 30% of API endpoints in large organizations are undocumented, making shadow API detection a critical component of API…