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25 Years Later: Reflecting on L0pht's 1998 Congress Testimonial and the Evolution of Cybersecurity

I look back on L0pht’s testimony before Congress in 1998 with a mix of pride and reflection. It’s been twenty-five years since our group of hackers (or vulnerability researchers, if you will) stepped up to raise awareness about the importance of internet security in front of some of the world’s most powerful lawmakers. This event marked the beginning of a long journey towards increased cybersecurity awareness and implementation of measures to protect our digital world.

An Introduction to Secure Coding with Template Engines

Back in 2022 while browsing through lists of recently disclosed vulnerabilities, I happened upon some Adobe Commerce/Magento Open Source vulnerabilities , that were reported to be exploited in the wild and can be exploited to achieve remote code execution, a combination which always motivates me to take a quick look at the vulnerability.

Introducing Veracode Fix: Automate Fixes for Insecure Software with AI-Generated Secure Code Suggestions

Managing software security risk is a high-stakes race that’s getting harder to win. Enter Veracode Fix: the intelligent remediation solution that helps you pay down security debt at scale and deliver more secure software, faster, for less effort and cost.

What Are the Security Implications of AI Coding?

AI coding is here, and it’s transforming the way we create software. The use of AI in coding is actively revolutionizing the industry and increasing developer productivity by 55%. However, just because we can use AI in coding doesn't mean we should adopt it blindly without considering the potential risks and unintended consequences.

We're Good at Finding Security Flaws, But What About Fixing Them?

Technology is a double-edged sword. On one hand, it can make new experiences possible and elevate productivity. On the other hand, it introduces new threats and attack vectors; and it can widen the gap even further between our ability to produce software and our ability to secure it. Getting faster at creating and finding security flaws does not make us faster at fixing them; data shows us that one in four vulnerabilities remain open well over a year after first discovery.

It Takes a Village: The Power of Partnership in Creating Secure Software

Application security is about so much more than scanning. The Velocity Partner Program aligns Veracode and our Partners as together we deliver application security solutions and services that enable customers to build a secure DevOps program. The Velocity Partner Program empowers our partners in their trusted advisor role to address key security requirements and business challenges customers are facing throughout their application security journey.

Resolving CVE-2022-1471 with the SnakeYAML 2.0 Release

In October of 2022, a critical flaw was found in the SnakeYAML package, which allowed an attacker to benefit from remote code execution by sending malicious YAML content and this content being deserialized by the constructor. Finally, in February 2023, the SnakeYAML 2.0 release was pushed that resolves this flaw, also referred to as CVE-2022-1471. Let’s break down how this version can help you resolve this critical flaw.

Answering the Call: 3 Software Security Pillars Addressed by the National Cybersecurity Strategy

Staying ahead of the cyberattack curve in a constantly evolving world requires a comprehensive strategy. Today's release of the Biden-Harris Administration's National Cybersecurity Strategy provides an extensive roadmap for impacting both public and private security efforts. In this blog post, we’ll take an in-depth look at three of the most software-related strategic objectives: software liability, open-source software usage, and cybersecurity workforce readiness.

SAST Tools: How to Integrate and Scale Security Workflows in the SDLC

Static Application Security Testing (SAST) tools present a significant opportunity for organizations looking to reduce application security risk. However, not all workflows or tools are created equal. Using the right SAST tools at the right times, you can seamlessly integrate and scale security workflows throughout the software development lifecycle (SDLC).

How to Leverage Veracode Container Security to Secure Cloud-native Application Development

Cloud-native software development is a driving force because it empowers teams to build and deploy applications at speed and scale. Along with microservices, cloud infrastructure, and API’s, containers are a crucial part of this development process. Let’s look at the security implications of containers in cloud-native application development and how to manage the security challenges they pose.