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Developers’ Extensive Adoption of Open Source Snippets

Open source snippets play a crucial role in modern software development, enabling developers to leverage existing code from open source projects. Let’s delve into the concept of code snippets or fragments, why developers use them, their frequency of usage, how they are embedded into project source code, and the significance of granular detection in Software […]

Open Source Snippet Level License Detection & Why it Matters
Open Source Snippet Level License Detection & Why it Matters

Open-source software is becoming increasingly popular in modern software development, and for good reason. Open-source components can save development time and reduce costs, making it a necessary option for developers within companies of all sizes. However, using open source also presents new compliance challenges with the licenses attached to the open source.

Where to put your money first for Security tools. SCA, SAST, or DAST?
Where to put your money first for Security tools. SCA, SAST, or DAST?

Having researched the importance of securing your company’s intellectual property, you have started down the road towards what tools work best for securing it. Let’s look at the three most common tools companies should consider purchasing and where best to allocate your cybersecurity funds. The three most popular tools are SCA, SAST, and DAST.

Security and License Compliance Awareness is the Theme of Open Source 2022
Security and License Compliance Awareness is the Theme of Open Source 2022

Open-source software is in all software development, and we’ll see even more growth continue in 2022. Every industry vertical uses and develops open-source software, and all businesses are considered software companies. As a result of the pandemic, more businesses offer their products and services online or through apps.

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Measuring Up Software Composition Analysis Tools

The most critical challenge your organization faces when choosing a software composition analysis (SCA) vendor is understanding that some miss up to 60% of the open source, exposing your organization to security and licensing risks. We’re also seeing challenges surrounding the accuracy of the results.

What Are the Ingredients for an Accurate SBOM?
What Are the Ingredients for an Accurate SBOM?

The Software Bill of Materials (SBOM) has made quite a stir lately. From President Biden’s executive order to further secure our infrastructure to the NHS in Britain, emulating the mandate to improve security and transparency for England’s healthcare system.

Four New Licenses Approved by the Open Source Initiative
Four New Licenses Approved by the Open Source Initiative

As the steward of the Open Source Definition, the Open Source Initiative has been designating licenses as “open source” for over 20 years. These licenses are the foundation of the open-source software ecosystem, ensuring that everyone can use, improve, and share software.