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Why Keeping Old Software Is a Security Risk #cybersecurity #appsec

Mend.io, formerly known as Whitesource, has over a decade of experience helping global organizations build world-class AppSec programs that reduce risk and accelerate development -– using tools built into the technologies that software and security teams already love. Our automated technology protects organizations from supply chain and malicious package attacks, vulnerabilities in open source and custom code, and open-source license risks.

How to Rent a Server in the USA While Living in Ukraine: My Experience, Challenges, and Tips

When I first thought about renting a server in the USA while living in Ukraine, I believed it would be pretty simple: choose a hosting provider, pay, and start using it. But in reality, it turned out to be quite an adventure - full of losses, misunderstandings, and surprises related to exchange rates and support delays. Today, I want to share my personal experience so that maybe some of you can avoid the same mistakes.

How to protect your Finance and Banking DevOps data

Fintech and banking ranked among the top three most targeted industries in 2024, according to the CISO’s guide to DevOps threats. Real-world incidents underscore this trend: Byte Federal, the leading Bitcoin ATM operator in the U.S., suffered a breach linked to a GitLab vulnerability. Meanwhile, financial software provider Iress and crypto wallet company Ginco were both targeted by threat actors exploiting GitHub repositories. Source: 2024 DevOps Threats Unwrapped.

Modern Platforms Deserve Modern Protection: A Deleted VM's Wake-Up Call

Modern platforms demand modern protection. As organizations adopt Kubernetes, OpenShift, and hybrid cloud environments, legacy backup tools—designed for static, VM-only systems—fall short. Today’s applications span containers, VMs, and dynamic cloud-native services. Protecting OpenShift Virtualization requires more than basic snapshots or namespace-level restores—it requires precision.

Risk Mitigation and Cybersecurity Strategy with Samuel Brown | Secrets of AppSec Champions Podcast

As cyber threats evolve, so must the strategies to prevent them. In this episode, Samuel Brown—CEO of PacketX and retired U.S. Army CW4—shares mission-critical insights on risk mitigation, layered security, and why backups and plans on paper aren't enough. From ransomware recovery to real-world network defense, this conversation is packed with hard-earned lessons for AppSec professionals and business leaders alike.