In a podcast from Moesif's APIs over IPAs Network, cybersecurity expert Alissa Knight discusses her journey from a youthful black hat hacker to a renowned white hat, emphasizing the importance of API security, particularly in the healthtech sector. Knight outlines common security oversights, such as the conflation of authentication with authorization, and highlights the vulnerability of APIs, especially in healthcare, where electronic patient health information is notably more valuable than financial data. She critiques the reliance on Web Application Firewalls (WAFs) and API Gateways for security, advocating instead for a comprehensive understanding of API traffic and the implementation of security measures early in the development process. Knight also discusses the significance of the FHIR standard in healthcare API security, noting that proper implementation is crucial for compliance and protection against data breaches. Throughout the conversation, she underscores the evolving landscape of API security, stressing the need for innovative approaches and tools to safeguard sensitive data.