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Priorities from the OpenSSF Secure Open Source Software Summit 2023

Snyk has been a long-time active participant in and sponsor of the Open Source Security Foundation (OpenSSF). We’re there because we believe in supporting its mission of securing the open source ecosystem. A recent summit meeting convened by the OpenSSF with the White House brought together various US Government departments for a chat about open source security.

All Cloudflare Customers Protected from Atlassian Confluence CVE-2023-22515

On 2023-10-04 at 13:00 UTC, Atlassian released details of the zero-day vulnerability described as “Privilege Escalation Vulnerability in Confluence Data Center and Server” (CVE-2023-22515), a zero-day vulnerability impacting Confluence Server and Data Center products. Cloudflare was warned about the vulnerability before the advisory was published and worked with Atlassian to proactively apply protective WAF rules for all customers.

Announcing General Availability for the Magic WAN Connector: the easiest way to jumpstart SASE transformation for your network

Today, we’re announcing the general availability of the Magic WAN Connector, a key component of our SASE platform, Cloudflare One. Magic WAN Connector is the glue between your existing network hardware and Cloudflare’s network — it provides a super simplified software solution that comes pre-installed on Cloudflare-certified hardware, and is entirely managed from the Cloudflare One dashboard.

Does AI lead to AppSec hell or nirvana?

The use of artificial intelligence in every area of life — from writing papers to maintaining critical infrastructure to manufacturing goods — is a controversial topic. Some are excited about the possibilities that come with AI/ML tech, while others are fearful and reticent. These differing opinions raise a fundamental question: will AI turn our modern-day society into a utopia or a dystopia?

A New World: The Cloud and Statistical Computing

A New World: The Cloud and Statistical Computing For biotechs, statistical computing has traditionally required complex on-premises infrastructure. Configuring servers and storage for data science became cumbersome and fluctuating project needs made scaling a headache. An immediate solution was needed, especially considering the complex needs of biostatisticians and data scientists alike. Enter The Cloud Enter the cloud revolution.

90+ Artificial Intelligence statistics you need to know in 2023

Artificial Intelligence (AI) has emerged as a transformative force, reshaping industries, societies, and the way we live and work. The profound impact of AI is evident in virtually every facet of our lives, from personalized recommendations on streaming platforms to the automation of complex tasks in many industries. Join us on this data-driven journey to unravel the multifaceted world of AI and explore the numbers that underpin its significance in our rapidly evolving digital era.

AI Development Tools that Security Teams Should Know About and How to Secure Them

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.

Generative AI and the Automation of Social Engineering Increasingly Used By Threat Actors

Threat actors continue to use generative AI tools to craft convincing social engineering attacks, according to Glory Kaburu at Cryptopolitan. “In the past, poorly worded or grammatically incorrect emails were often telltale signs of phishing attempts,” Kaburu writes. “Cybersecurity awareness training emphasized identifying such anomalies to thwart potential threats. However, the emergence of ChatGPT has changed the game.