The hardest part of anything we do is typically just actually starting it. How many things have you thought about doing, but were not sure on how to proceed? What is that first step? We know we have to do something, but what? This is no different when we think about application security and a secure development program. We have to start it. It is absolutely a necessity for any development program. So what should we do? It is important to understand that security doesn't happen overnight. There … [Read more...] about 3 Tips to get your secure development program started
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Ep. 120: Addressing Root Cause – Vulnerable Components
In this episode we talk about addressing the root cause of an issue versus the symptoms. How can the process of keeping application components updated be improved? For more info go to https://www.developsec.com or follow us on twitter (@developsec). DevelopSec provides application security consulting and training to add value to your application security program. Contact us today to see how we can help. Transcript: In this episode, James talks about root cause analysis versus treating … [Read more...] about Ep. 120: Addressing Root Cause – Vulnerable Components
Ep. 118: Log4J Sparking Thought on Vulnerable Components
Log4J has been the talk of the town recently and everyone is focused on the technical details of the specific vulnerabilities found. In this episode, James talks about the overarching ideas around dealing with vulnerable components. Are you vulnerable? If so, what needs to be done? Listen to the Episode: For more info go to https://www.developsec.com or follow us on twitter (@developsec). … [Read more...] about Ep. 118: Log4J Sparking Thought on Vulnerable Components
Investing in People for Better Application Security
Application security, like any facet of security, is a complex challenge with a mountain of solutions. Of course, no one solution is complete. Even throwing multiple solutions will never get 100% coverage. The push today is around devsecops, or pushing left in the SDLC. I am seeing more solutions recommending also pushing right in the SDLC. I feel like we are stuck at this crossroad where the arrow points both ways. The good news is that none of these recommendations are wrong. We do need to … [Read more...] about Investing in People for Better Application Security
Ep. 112: Application Fingerprinting
Does your application give away details about it server, framework, or other components? How is this information used by an attacker? Check out this episode to learn more. For more info go to https://www.developsec.com or follow us on twitter (@developsec). DevelopSec provides application security consulting and training to add value to your application security program. Contact us today to see how we can help. … [Read more...] about Ep. 112: Application Fingerprinting
Ep. 111: Authentication Alerts
Would you know if someone authenticated to your account? With the breaches we see in the news, and attacks like credential stuffing, there must be a way to be alerted to account access. James talks about authentication alerts, what they are, and why you may want to use them. For more info go to https://www.developsec.com or follow us on twitter (@developsec). DevelopSec provides application security consulting and training to add value to your application security program. Contact us today to … [Read more...] about Ep. 111: Authentication Alerts