Black Duck Analysis Surfaces Raft of Open Source Software Vulnerabilities in Code Bases - DevOps.comA significant majority of commercial codebases contain high-risk open-source vulnerabilities; proactive testing is crucial for software security.
Open source projects drown in bad bug reports penned by AIAI-generated vulnerability reports often lack quality, burdening open-source developers with misleading and time-consuming submissions.
JFrog and GitHub unveil open source security integrations | Computer WeeklyJFrog and GitHub's integration aims to improve software security throughout the development cycle, enhancing efficiency and lowering vulnerabilities.
Vigilant buyers are the best recipe for accountable suppliers | Computer WeeklySoftware security is essential and should be proactively integrated into the development process.
InfoQ Dev Summit Munich 2024 Summer Sale: Learn About GenAI, Secure Supply Chains, and Scalable ArchThe InfoQ Dev Summit Munich is an event focused on actionable insights for software developers, emphasizing peer networking and expert-led sessions.
Black Duck Analysis Surfaces Raft of Open Source Software Vulnerabilities in Code Bases - DevOps.comA significant majority of commercial codebases contain high-risk open-source vulnerabilities; proactive testing is crucial for software security.
Open source projects drown in bad bug reports penned by AIAI-generated vulnerability reports often lack quality, burdening open-source developers with misleading and time-consuming submissions.
JFrog and GitHub unveil open source security integrations | Computer WeeklyJFrog and GitHub's integration aims to improve software security throughout the development cycle, enhancing efficiency and lowering vulnerabilities.
Vigilant buyers are the best recipe for accountable suppliers | Computer WeeklySoftware security is essential and should be proactively integrated into the development process.
InfoQ Dev Summit Munich 2024 Summer Sale: Learn About GenAI, Secure Supply Chains, and Scalable ArchThe InfoQ Dev Summit Munich is an event focused on actionable insights for software developers, emphasizing peer networking and expert-led sessions.
Endor Labs Extends Microsoft SCA Alliance to GitHub - DevOps.comEndor Labs and GitHub's partnership enhances software vulnerability management directly within DevOps workflows.The integration streamlines the discovery and remediation of vulnerabilities in the development process.
GitHub Steers Copilot Autofix Into Eye of AI Security Storm - DevOps.comGitHub's Copilot Autofix tool automates vulnerability remediation, reducing time and expertise needed from developers.The tool integrates advanced AI technologies to suggest code fixes in real-time, enhancing development efficiency.
Riveting Repositories: JFrog GitHub Unification Leaps Onward - DevOps.comThe partnership between JFrog and GitHub improves software supply chain security through integrated vulnerability findings and automatic remediation solutions.
Endor Labs Extends Microsoft SCA Alliance to GitHub - DevOps.comEndor Labs and GitHub's partnership enhances software vulnerability management directly within DevOps workflows.The integration streamlines the discovery and remediation of vulnerabilities in the development process.
GitHub Steers Copilot Autofix Into Eye of AI Security Storm - DevOps.comGitHub's Copilot Autofix tool automates vulnerability remediation, reducing time and expertise needed from developers.The tool integrates advanced AI technologies to suggest code fixes in real-time, enhancing development efficiency.
Riveting Repositories: JFrog GitHub Unification Leaps Onward - DevOps.comThe partnership between JFrog and GitHub improves software supply chain security through integrated vulnerability findings and automatic remediation solutions.
White House to study open source software in critical infrastructureThe White House is establishing a new office under the National Cyber Director to focus on securing open source software in critical infrastructure.
Entry points threaten multiple open-source ecosystemsEntry points in programming packages are a security vulnerability that attackers can exploit to execute malicious code without immediate detection.
Report: Software security awareness training is at an all-time lowThe 2023 BSIMM report shows a decline in offering basic security training, highlighting the need for ongoing education in cybersecurity.
New malware justifies Apple's locked-down security strategyTrusting legitimate sources is crucial to avoid malware attacks on Macs.
Inside Google's "promising and pragmatic" approach to fixing software development's memory safety problemGoogle aims to enhance memory safety in codebases by promoting memory-safe languages while continuing to support existing memory-unsafe languages like C and C++.The transition towards memory safety will be gradual due to the ongoing use of legacy code.
How to make open source software more secure | TechCrunchA backdoor was found in XZ Utils, highlighting significant security vulnerabilities in open source software that can lead to severe cybersecurity risks.
White House to study open source software in critical infrastructureThe White House is establishing a new office under the National Cyber Director to focus on securing open source software in critical infrastructure.
Entry points threaten multiple open-source ecosystemsEntry points in programming packages are a security vulnerability that attackers can exploit to execute malicious code without immediate detection.
Report: Software security awareness training is at an all-time lowThe 2023 BSIMM report shows a decline in offering basic security training, highlighting the need for ongoing education in cybersecurity.
New malware justifies Apple's locked-down security strategyTrusting legitimate sources is crucial to avoid malware attacks on Macs.
Inside Google's "promising and pragmatic" approach to fixing software development's memory safety problemGoogle aims to enhance memory safety in codebases by promoting memory-safe languages while continuing to support existing memory-unsafe languages like C and C++.The transition towards memory safety will be gradual due to the ongoing use of legacy code.
How to make open source software more secure | TechCrunchA backdoor was found in XZ Utils, highlighting significant security vulnerabilities in open source software that can lead to severe cybersecurity risks.
Malicious package found in the Go ecosystemA backdoored typosquat package was found in the Go ecosystem, highlighting dangers in package integrity.The vulnerability lasted over three years with extensive dependencies affected.
CISA official: AI tools 'need to have a human in the loop'CISA is developing AI security initiatives, emphasizing the importance of human oversight in cybersecurity processes despite the hype around AI technology.
Software vendors are flocking to CISA's Secure by Design PledgeMore than 180 software companies have committed to CISA's Secure by Design Pledge to enhance product security by integrating security principles into the design and manufacturing process.
"Unsafe At Any Speed". Comparing automobiles to code risk | Computer WeeklySoftware security needs a shift in incentives, similar to automotive safety reforms of the 1960s.
CISA official: AI tools 'need to have a human in the loop'CISA is developing AI security initiatives, emphasizing the importance of human oversight in cybersecurity processes despite the hype around AI technology.
Software vendors are flocking to CISA's Secure by Design PledgeMore than 180 software companies have committed to CISA's Secure by Design Pledge to enhance product security by integrating security principles into the design and manufacturing process.
"Unsafe At Any Speed". Comparing automobiles to code risk | Computer WeeklySoftware security needs a shift in incentives, similar to automotive safety reforms of the 1960s.
Not Your Old ActiveState: Introducing our End-to-End OS PlatformActiveState remains dedicated to assisting enterprises with open source management, emphasizing the need for secure and compliant practices in software development.
Report Surfaces DevSecOps Progress Despite Decline in Developer Training - DevOps.comIncreased SCA adoption contrasts a decline in security training for development teams, representing a concerning trend in software security practices.AI reliance calls for evolving security practices to accommodate growing amounts of code needing scrutiny.
From Concept to Reality: How ASPM Brings DevSecOps to Life - DevOps.comASPM strengthens security in CI/CD, bridging the gap between DevSecOps theory and practice.
Not Your Old ActiveState: Introducing our End-to-End OS PlatformActiveState remains dedicated to assisting enterprises with open source management, emphasizing the need for secure and compliant practices in software development.
Report Surfaces DevSecOps Progress Despite Decline in Developer Training - DevOps.comIncreased SCA adoption contrasts a decline in security training for development teams, representing a concerning trend in software security practices.AI reliance calls for evolving security practices to accommodate growing amounts of code needing scrutiny.
From Concept to Reality: How ASPM Brings DevSecOps to Life - DevOps.comASPM strengthens security in CI/CD, bridging the gap between DevSecOps theory and practice.
Researchers build a bridge from C to Rust and memory safetyA method to automatically translate C code to memory-safe Rust addresses long-standing memory safety vulnerabilities and software security issues.
Software Makers Encouraged to Stop Using C/C++ by 2026Software manufacturers are urged to transition away from memory-unsafe languages like C/C++ to mitigate risks associated with national security. Deadline for compliance is Jan. 1, 2026.
DARPA suggests turning legacy C code automatically into RustThe US Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency (DARPA) is developing TRACTOR to convert legacy C code into Rust using AI to enhance memory safety in programming languages.
The empire of C++ strikes back with Safe C++ proposalThe C++ community proposes Safe C++ Extensions to enhance memory safety and reduce vulnerabilities in code.
Researchers build a bridge from C to Rust and memory safetyA method to automatically translate C code to memory-safe Rust addresses long-standing memory safety vulnerabilities and software security issues.
Software Makers Encouraged to Stop Using C/C++ by 2026Software manufacturers are urged to transition away from memory-unsafe languages like C/C++ to mitigate risks associated with national security. Deadline for compliance is Jan. 1, 2026.
DARPA suggests turning legacy C code automatically into RustThe US Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency (DARPA) is developing TRACTOR to convert legacy C code into Rust using AI to enhance memory safety in programming languages.
The empire of C++ strikes back with Safe C++ proposalThe C++ community proposes Safe C++ Extensions to enhance memory safety and reduce vulnerabilities in code.
Software security in 2025 - Four encouraging trends | App Developer MagazineSoftware development teams are adopting security automation to balance application security with speed and innovation.Embracing security from the planning stage can enhance both security and developer efficiency.
Zero Day Initiative - The May 2024 Security Update ReviewKeeping software updated with the latest security patches is crucial to prevent known vulnerabilities from being exploited by attackers.
U.S. is the to generator of anonymous open source contributionsThe U.S. and Russia are the biggest contributors to open source projects, which carry significant vulnerabilities.
CISA Report Finds Most Open-Source Projects Contain Memory-Unsafe CodeMore than half of critical open-source projects contain memory-unsafe code, leading to vulnerabilities like buffer overflows and memory leaks.
Software security in 2025 - Four encouraging trends | App Developer MagazineSoftware development teams are adopting security automation to balance application security with speed and innovation.Embracing security from the planning stage can enhance both security and developer efficiency.
Zero Day Initiative - The May 2024 Security Update ReviewKeeping software updated with the latest security patches is crucial to prevent known vulnerabilities from being exploited by attackers.
U.S. is the to generator of anonymous open source contributionsThe U.S. and Russia are the biggest contributors to open source projects, which carry significant vulnerabilities.
CISA Report Finds Most Open-Source Projects Contain Memory-Unsafe CodeMore than half of critical open-source projects contain memory-unsafe code, leading to vulnerabilities like buffer overflows and memory leaks.
Linux Foundation report highlights the true state of open-source libraries in production apps | TechCrunchThe Census III report offers a detailed overview of open-source component usage, emphasizing security and programming language trends.
Socket slurps $40M to strengthen software supply chainSocket has secured $40 million in funding to enhance software supply chain security, totaling $65 million raised since its launch in 2021.
Why You Can't Afford to Miss All Day DevOps on October 10th - DevOps.comAll Day DevOps is a leading, accessible virtual conference shaping the future of DevOps and addressing current challenges in software development.
Linux Foundation report highlights the true state of open-source libraries in production apps | TechCrunchThe Census III report offers a detailed overview of open-source component usage, emphasizing security and programming language trends.
Socket slurps $40M to strengthen software supply chainSocket has secured $40 million in funding to enhance software supply chain security, totaling $65 million raised since its launch in 2021.
Why You Can't Afford to Miss All Day DevOps on October 10th - DevOps.comAll Day DevOps is a leading, accessible virtual conference shaping the future of DevOps and addressing current challenges in software development.
Workbrew makes open-source package manager Homebrew enterprise-friendly | TechCrunchWorkbrew aims to enhance security in companies using Homebrew by centralizing control and visibility over software installations.
Validate Your APIs With Ease Using WuppieFuzz: Open Source Fuzzing for REST APIs | HackerNoonAutomated testing is essential for effective software quality assurance in today's complex landscape.
(Non-)Nullable Reference TypesNullable reference types in C# mislead by focusing on non-nullable variables rather than explicitly clarifying type distinctions.The implementation of nullable reference types creates confusion and potential security vulnerabilities in C# applications.
Hackers Hijack 22,000 Removed PyPI Packages, Spreading Malicious Code to DevelopersA new supply chain attack technique called Revival Hijack targets the PyPI registry, allowing attackers to exploit existing packages for malicious intent.
DevOps Must Learn From CrowdStrike's Outage - DevOps.comRobust deployment strategies are essential for maintaining security and reliability in complex software ecosystems.
First European InfoQ Dev Summit to Take Place Next Month in MunichThe European InfoQ Dev Summit emphasizes software security and resilience for developers amid evolving cyber threats and industry challenges.
AI bots hallucinate software packages and devs download themBig businesses incorporated fake package from AI hallucinations, risking widespread installation.AI-generated package names can potentially be exploited to distribute malicious code by mimicking invented dependencies.
How to fix the military's software SNAFUSoftware industry must address security vulnerabilities for military use.Embracing secure software solutions can mitigate risks in military operations.
Microsoft's Recall puts the Biden administration's cyber credibility on the lineThe Biden administration's cybersecurity initiatives face challenges in actual implementation and security concerns in tech products.