Snyk's security researchers have conducted some research to better understand the risks of WebExtensions, both well-known (i.e. XSS, code injection) and those more specific to WebExtensions themselves. From our research we identified and disclosed some vulnerabilities within some popular browser extensions: React Developer Tools and Vue.js devtools. In this post, we will explore the WebExtension technology and look into the vulnerabilities identified.

Modern applications are designed to process, use and store vast amounts of sensitive data. As adversaries seek to infiltrate these applications, IT and security teams must ensure the software they use has the strongest possible security. The first step to implementing strong application security is understanding the type of application you need to protect. The two types of applications security teams must be familiar with are custom-developed software and commercial off-the-shelf (COTS) software.

In today's dynamic tech ecosystem, the need to manage AppSec programs at scale is paramount. As codebases expand and threats become more sophisticated, the emphasis is transitioning from addressing singular vulnerabilities to building cohesive security postures throughout all development teams.

The leaves are turning brilliant colors before they fall off and blow away here where I live just a few minutes outside of Salem, Massachusetts where autumn — Halloween specifically — is a very big deal. I’m not morbid but it’s a natural time to think about how things wind down and finally breathe their last breath. Nothing lasts forever. Not trees. Not animals. Not people. Not cars. Not houses. Not software. Especially not software.

Following the rush to Artificial Intelligence (AI), many companies have introduced new tools and services to the software supply chain. Some of today’s most popular AI development tools include: This assortment of tools can be used to develop a wide range of AI applications, such as chatbots, virtual assistants, and image recognition systems.