Security Teams Pay the Price: The Unfair Reality of Cyber IncidentsThe security team often bears the brunt of consequences when incidents occur, regardless of who is at fault.
DryRun Security raises 8.7 million for AppSec platformDryRun Security raised $8.7 million to enhance application security with AI-driven Natural Language Code Policies.
Developers can't get a handle on application security risksApplication development infrastructure is rife with significant security risks, with major vulnerabilities found even in the processes supporting software creation.
Semgrep Raises $100M Series D Funding RoundSemgrep secures $100 million in Series D funding to advance its AI-driven application security platform.
How an Effective AppSec Program Shifts Your Teams From Fixing to Building - DevOps.comEffective application security supports innovation and efficiency in development teams.Integrating security into the development process alleviates the burden of fixing vulnerabilities later.Collaboration between DevOps and AppSec is essential to balance speed and security.
Few software developers employ secure by design training, research findsLess than 4% of software developers prioritize cybersecurity training in design.Only 3.87 application security specialists exist per 100 developers.Large firms can cut vulnerabilities by over 50% with secure design practices.There's an urgent need to improve cybersecurity training amid rising cyber threats.
DryRun Security Defines Application Security Policies Using Natural Language - DevOps.comDryRun Security has introduced Natural Language Code Policies to enhance application security policy definition for developers.
DryRun Security raises 8.7 million for AppSec platformDryRun Security raised $8.7 million to enhance application security with AI-driven Natural Language Code Policies.
Developers can't get a handle on application security risksApplication development infrastructure is rife with significant security risks, with major vulnerabilities found even in the processes supporting software creation.
Semgrep Raises $100M Series D Funding RoundSemgrep secures $100 million in Series D funding to advance its AI-driven application security platform.
How an Effective AppSec Program Shifts Your Teams From Fixing to Building - DevOps.comEffective application security supports innovation and efficiency in development teams.Integrating security into the development process alleviates the burden of fixing vulnerabilities later.Collaboration between DevOps and AppSec is essential to balance speed and security.
Few software developers employ secure by design training, research findsLess than 4% of software developers prioritize cybersecurity training in design.Only 3.87 application security specialists exist per 100 developers.Large firms can cut vulnerabilities by over 50% with secure design practices.There's an urgent need to improve cybersecurity training amid rising cyber threats.
DryRun Security Defines Application Security Policies Using Natural Language - DevOps.comDryRun Security has introduced Natural Language Code Policies to enhance application security policy definition for developers.
The State of Application Risk: Key Findings Reveal Widespread Security Vulnerabilities - DevOps.comEnterprise software development environments are critically vulnerable, as all organizations face high security risks.Traditional application security approaches are ineffective against modern threats, leaving organizations exposed.
Strengthening application security: A guide for tech firms - London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.comApplication security is vital for protecting sensitive data and maintaining business operations against evolving cyber threats.
AWS CISO: In AI gold rush, folks forget application securityCorporations rushing to implement AI overlook application security, especially in generative AI.Securing AI involves three layers: training environment, tools for running applications, and application security on top.Lack of attention to application security in AI deployment poses risks of data misuse and exploitation.
The State of Application Risk: Key Findings Reveal Widespread Security Vulnerabilities - DevOps.comEnterprise software development environments are critically vulnerable, as all organizations face high security risks.Traditional application security approaches are ineffective against modern threats, leaving organizations exposed.
Strengthening application security: A guide for tech firms - London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.comApplication security is vital for protecting sensitive data and maintaining business operations against evolving cyber threats.
AWS CISO: In AI gold rush, folks forget application securityCorporations rushing to implement AI overlook application security, especially in generative AI.Securing AI involves three layers: training environment, tools for running applications, and application security on top.Lack of attention to application security in AI deployment poses risks of data misuse and exploitation.
Survey: Cyberattacks Aimed at Software Supply Chains are Pervasive - DevOps.com91% of organizations have experienced a software supply chain incident in the past yearZero-day exploits and misconfigured cloud services are the most common attack vectors
Open source package entry points could be used for command jackingThreat actors exploit entry points in open source packages to execute malicious commands and compromise applications.Developers are cautioned to carefully evaluate open source packages to mitigate risks of supply chain attacks.
AppSec Teams, DevOps Teams Facing Security Strain - DevOps.comAppSec teams face increased pressure due to rapid DevSecOps adoption and the complexity introduced by generative AI, necessitating improved collaboration with development teams.
Hackers Tapping into Company Systems to Test Security Features | HackerNoonImplementing SAST best practices is vital for securing code and identifying vulnerabilities in an evolving digital landscape.
Bridging the gap: How security teams can engage developers in security programsEngaging developers in security practices enhances overall cybersecurity by aligning security measures with their existing workflows.
Veracode strengthens software security with acquisition of Phylum technologyVeracode enhances application security by acquiring Phylum's technology for real-time analysis of malicious packages, addressing rising supply chain attack costs.
Survey: Cyberattacks Aimed at Software Supply Chains are Pervasive - DevOps.com91% of organizations have experienced a software supply chain incident in the past yearZero-day exploits and misconfigured cloud services are the most common attack vectors
Open source package entry points could be used for command jackingThreat actors exploit entry points in open source packages to execute malicious commands and compromise applications.Developers are cautioned to carefully evaluate open source packages to mitigate risks of supply chain attacks.
AppSec Teams, DevOps Teams Facing Security Strain - DevOps.comAppSec teams face increased pressure due to rapid DevSecOps adoption and the complexity introduced by generative AI, necessitating improved collaboration with development teams.
Hackers Tapping into Company Systems to Test Security Features | HackerNoonImplementing SAST best practices is vital for securing code and identifying vulnerabilities in an evolving digital landscape.
Bridging the gap: How security teams can engage developers in security programsEngaging developers in security practices enhances overall cybersecurity by aligning security measures with their existing workflows.
Veracode strengthens software security with acquisition of Phylum technologyVeracode enhances application security by acquiring Phylum's technology for real-time analysis of malicious packages, addressing rising supply chain attack costs.
Optimizing AppSec in the financial services sectorBanking organizations must innovate rapidly while maintaining application security to meet customer demands.
Survey Surfaces Steady Gains in DevSecOps Adoption - DevOps.comLess than half of organizations employ best DevSecOps practices despite recognition of its importance in improving application security.A clear trend is emerging in investing in security tools and practices among DevOps teams, signaling an increasing focus on security.
Backslash Security Adds Simulation and Generative AI Tools to DevSecOps Platform - DevOps.comBackslash Security adds upgrade simulation & LLM usage for DevSecOps teams, enhancing application security posture management.
DefectDojo Adds Ability to Normalize DevSecOps Data to ASPM Platform - DevOps.comDefectDojo's new universal parser simplifies data integration for AppSec teams, promoting better collaboration in vulnerability management.
Microsoft Enlists Endor Labs to Integrate SCA Tool with CNAPP - DevOps.comMicrosoft has partnered with Endor Labs to enhance its cloud-native application security through a software composition analysis tool.
Backslash Security Extends Reach of Application Security Platform - DevOps.comBackslash Security adds support for C, C++, Ruby, Rust, Scala, integrations with GitHub, GitLab. Detects 'phantom packages', creates workflows, enhances UI, adds access controls.
Optimizing AppSec in the financial services sectorBanking organizations must innovate rapidly while maintaining application security to meet customer demands.
Survey Surfaces Steady Gains in DevSecOps Adoption - DevOps.comLess than half of organizations employ best DevSecOps practices despite recognition of its importance in improving application security.A clear trend is emerging in investing in security tools and practices among DevOps teams, signaling an increasing focus on security.
Backslash Security Adds Simulation and Generative AI Tools to DevSecOps Platform - DevOps.comBackslash Security adds upgrade simulation & LLM usage for DevSecOps teams, enhancing application security posture management.
DefectDojo Adds Ability to Normalize DevSecOps Data to ASPM Platform - DevOps.comDefectDojo's new universal parser simplifies data integration for AppSec teams, promoting better collaboration in vulnerability management.
Microsoft Enlists Endor Labs to Integrate SCA Tool with CNAPP - DevOps.comMicrosoft has partnered with Endor Labs to enhance its cloud-native application security through a software composition analysis tool.
Backslash Security Extends Reach of Application Security Platform - DevOps.comBackslash Security adds support for C, C++, Ruby, Rust, Scala, integrations with GitHub, GitLab. Detects 'phantom packages', creates workflows, enhances UI, adds access controls.
DefectDojo Raises $7 Million to Enhance AppSec Innovation and Market ExpansionDefectDojo secures $7 million funding to enhance application security and risk management.The platform aggregates data and automates workflows for better vulnerability management.
We upgraded our Open Source Job Board App (DollarJobs) from Rails v6.1 to v7.0.0Upgrading Rails enhances security and maintenance despite requiring significant refactoring effort.
DefectDojo Raises $7 Million to Enhance AppSec Innovation and Market ExpansionDefectDojo secures $7 million funding to enhance application security and risk management.The platform aggregates data and automates workflows for better vulnerability management.
We upgraded our Open Source Job Board App (DollarJobs) from Rails v6.1 to v7.0.0Upgrading Rails enhances security and maintenance despite requiring significant refactoring effort.
Ultimate Rails Security Guide: Best Practices for Ruby on Rails Applications in 2025Building secure Ruby on Rails applications is essential, especially with the rise of Rails 8 allowing development for both web and mobile.
Frontend Application Security: Tips and TricksData breaches are becoming more common, with the average cost reaching $4.45 million.Frontend application security is crucial for businesses to protect against modern-day attackers.
Report: High Risks to Software Supply Chains are Commonplace - DevOps.com95% of organizations have critical risks in their software supply chain.
Why are simple applications more vulnerable than complex ones?Simpler applications tend to harbor critical security vulnerabilities, especially in under-secured sectors like finance.Larger, more complex applications get patched faster and have fewer serious vulnerabilities.
Frontend Application Security: Tips and TricksData breaches are becoming more common, with the average cost reaching $4.45 million.Frontend application security is crucial for businesses to protect against modern-day attackers.
Report: High Risks to Software Supply Chains are Commonplace - DevOps.com95% of organizations have critical risks in their software supply chain.
Why are simple applications more vulnerable than complex ones?Simpler applications tend to harbor critical security vulnerabilities, especially in under-secured sectors like finance.Larger, more complex applications get patched faster and have fewer serious vulnerabilities.
Improving Application Security Requires Defining Better MetricsIdentify and fix potential risks before exploitation to enhance application security in a cloud environment.Aligning success metrics between AppSec and development teams is vital for improving security posture.
Securing a Spring Boot Application with Cerbos - SemaphoreCerbos centralizes authorization policies, simplifying access control management and enhancing application security.
OpenShift virtualization enhancements released from Red Hat | App Developer MagazineRed Hat OpenShift 4.16 enhances hybrid cloud application development and security, enabling organizations to balance modern infrastructure with legacy workloads.
Generative AI in Application Security report from Checkmarx | App Developer MagazineCheckmarx's report highlights the tension between leveraging generative AI benefits and establishing governance to mitigate emerging risks in enterprise application development.
Cycode Acquires Bearer to Extend ASPM Platform - DevOps.comCycode acquires Bearer, enhancing DevSecOps capabilities with generative AI tools for application security.Bearer's tools for security testing integrate with Cycode's ASPM platform for better risk assessment.
Generative AI in Application Security report from Checkmarx | App Developer MagazineCheckmarx's report highlights the tension between leveraging generative AI benefits and establishing governance to mitigate emerging risks in enterprise application development.
Cycode Acquires Bearer to Extend ASPM Platform - DevOps.comCycode acquires Bearer, enhancing DevSecOps capabilities with generative AI tools for application security.Bearer's tools for security testing integrate with Cycode's ASPM platform for better risk assessment.
Cloudflare Application Security Report Highlights Surge in DDoS Attacks and CVE ExploitsIncrease in malicious traffic due to geopolitical events and voting seasons highlighted in Cloudflare's 2024 Application Security Report.
6 Types of Applications Security Testing You Must Know AboutA proactive and holistic application security strategy is crucial to secure applications across different phases of development and deployment.
Secure Code Warrior Unveils Agent to Manage Commit Permissions - DevOps.comSCW Trust Agent assesses developer's security competency and allows custom policy configuration for code repositories.
Harness Survey Surfaces Raft of DevOps Challenges - DevOps.comMany software engineering leaders and practitioners struggle to release code without risking failures, facing challenges like manual rollbacks and slow testing processes.
Snyk Adds Second ASPM Tool to Portfolio - DevOps.comSnyk AppRisk Pro leverages AI and ML for deeper insights into application construction, prioritizing remediation efforts, and detecting secrets in code.
Recap KubeCon + CloudNativeCon Europe 2024 with OX Security - AmazicCloud-native architectures and Kubernetes complexityApplication security best practices and compliance strategies
Veracode Report Shines Spotlight on Massive Application Security Debt - DevOps.com42% of applications have unfixed flaws for over a year46% of organizations have critical security debt
API with NestJS #145. Securing applications with HelmetUsing the Helmet library with NestJS can help protect applications from vulnerabilities by setting appropriate response headers.The Helmet library maintains a set of security-related response headers and keeps the list up to date with new headers and deprecating unnecessary ones.
Bridging the gap: Unified APM and AppSec for modern application developmentCollaboration between application and security teams is crucial for leveraging APM data in enhancing app security.APM tools provide valuable insight into application behavior for security purposes.