October 24, 2024 at 07:39AM Bitwarden’s new build requirements have raised concerns about its status as free and open-source software (FOSS). A recent GitHub discussion highlighted that the SDK needed for compilation is not free, prompting comparisons to other companies that have shifted away from open-source principles. Alternatives exist but may require more user management. … Read more
October 23, 2024 at 09:50AM Socket has secured $40 million in Series B funding to advance its development of open source software supply chain security technology. **Meeting Takeaways:** 1. **Funding Achievement:** Socket has successfully raised $40 million in a Series B funding round. 2. **Focus Area:** The raised funds will be allocated towards developing technology … Read more
October 18, 2024 at 12:38PM In less than two years, AI assistants have significantly improved coding efficiency among developers, leading to increased software downloads and developments. However, security has lagged, with vulnerability remediation times rising drastically. Concerns grow over AI-generated code quality and security, particularly for inexperienced developers, potentially impacting future talent development. ### Meeting … Read more
October 16, 2024 at 05:23PM Port announced $35 million in Series B funding, totaling $58 million to date, aimed at expanding its internal developer portal platform. With a sevenfold revenue increase and major clients like LG and GitHub, Port enhances developer productivity and compliance through an adaptable platform integrating AI capabilities to streamline workflows. ### … Read more
October 9, 2024 at 05:06PM GitHub and GitLab are increasingly targeted for malicious activities, including a malware campaign using legitimate GitHub repositories and an exploit allowing unauthorized access to users in GitLab. Attackers leverage the platforms’ trusted reputations to deploy malware, highlighting significant security risks for organizations using these collaborative tools. ### Meeting Takeaways: 1. … Read more
October 1, 2024 at 10:09AM The integration of software development, deployment, and operations into DevOps teams promises increased efficiency and better application quality, but complex infrastructure has led to a growing attack surface. Organizations struggle with numerous programming languages, new packages, and security concerns. Cybersecurity professionals need to focus on securing the entire DevOps pipeline … Read more
September 26, 2024 at 10:45AM Combining software development, operations, and deployment into DevOps teams promises greater efficiency, but also increases the attack surface. Organizations face challenges in securing the entire pipeline, software components, and infrastructure, requiring continuous monitoring and attention to areas such as code quality, open source components, and container security. AI and automation … Read more
September 12, 2024 at 10:50AM GitLab has released critical updates to address multiple vulnerabilities, including the most severe CVE-2024-6678, allowing an attacker to trigger pipelines as arbitrary users. The release encompasses versions 17.3.2, 17.2.5, and 17.1.7 for both CE and EE, and addresses a total of 18 security issues. GitLab urges immediate upgrading to the … Read more
September 11, 2024 at 06:27AM Cybersecurity researchers have discovered new malicious Python packages targeting software developers, using fake job interviews as lures. Linked to North Korea-backed Lazarus Group, the ongoing campaign dubbed VMConnect employs modified legit PyPI libraries to embed malicious code. Attackers impersonate legitimate companies and use LinkedIn to contact and infect unsuspecting developers. … Read more
August 23, 2024 at 10:05AM Greasy Opal, a long-time developer, supplies a tool for cybercrime-as-a-service, allowing bot-led CAPTCHA solving at scale. Tailoring its software to customers’ needs, it serves various threat actors including Storm-1152. The developer markets its CAPTCHA bypass tool, generating substantial revenue and paying taxes, despite its awareness of illegal use. Its tools … Read more