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OpenSSF Blog
Nov 1, 2024 |
Red Hatās Collaboration with the OpenSSF and OSV.dev Yields Results: Red Hat Security Data Now Available in the OSV Format
OSV is an open format for describing software vulnerabilities. It provides security researchers, vendors, and consumers with an easy to understand format for exchanging vulnerability information. OSV.dev is a database that hosts and aggregates OSV data. Read more.
Oct 29, 2024 |
OpenSSF Welcomes New Members and Introduces New Initiatives at SOSS Community Day Japan
Growing Member Base and New Initiatives Continue to Advance Open Source Software Security TOKYO, JAPAN ā October 30, 2024 ā The Open Source Security Foundation (OpenSSF), a global cross-industry initiative of the Linux Foundation that focuses on sustainably securing open source software (OSS), is excited to announce new members from… Read more.
Oct 29, 2024 |
OpenSSF Expands Secure Development Course with Interactive Labs
TheĀ Open Source Security FoundationĀ (OpenSSF) today announced an expansion of itsĀ free course āDeveloping Secure Softwareā (LFD121). The course now features interactive learning scenarios to better equip developers to build software that resists modern cyberattacks. Read more.
Oct 28, 2024 |
OpenSSF Adds Minder as a Sandbox Project to Simplify the Integration and Use of Open Source Security Tools
Today, Iām excited to announce that Stacklok is contributing our Minder open source project to the Open Source Security Foundation (OpenSSF). Minder makes it simpler for developers and security teams to adopt a policy-based approach to open source software security; it reduces noise, alerts to risk only when necessary, auto-remediates… Read more.
Oct 25, 2024 |
In Blog
Cybersecurity Awareness Month 2024: Stay Secure, Stay Informed
October is Cybersecurity Awareness Month! Proclaimed since 2004, October is the month dedicated to raising awareness about cybersecurity and taking simple steps to keep individuals and organizations safe. This year, letās focus on collective action across different sectors. This post explores more about what actions different stakeholders can take in… Read more.
Oct 24, 2024 |
Case Study: Kusari’s Implementation of OpenSSF Tools and Services
Challenge For many years, the software supply chain has suffered from a lack of transparency and inefficient, unsustainable security management methods such as spreadsheets, emails, and word of mouth. The severity of these challenges was highlighted during incidents like Log4Shell, where the limitations of these approaches became evident ā organizations… Read more.
Oct 22, 2024 |
OpenSSF SOSS Fusion Conference Kicks off with Talks from Google and Cisco Executives
Event aims to create a more secure open source future by covering high-priority topics and offering workshops and industry expert insights WASHINGTON ā October 22, 2024 ā The Open Source Security Foundation (OpenSSF) announced the opening of the Secure Open Source Software (SOSS) Fusion Conference in North America in Atlanta,… Read more.
Oct 17, 2024 |
In Blog
Developer Relations: The Human Connection Driving Open Source Security
Open source security isnāt just about technologyāitās about the people behind it. Developer Relations (DevRel) connects developers, maintainers, and contributors, ensuring that they have the tools and support to make open source software more secure and resilient. Read more.
Oct 16, 2024 |
In Blog
OpenSSF Education Tech Talk Highlights & Future Opportunities
Last week, OpenSSF hosted a virtual Tech Talk titled Jumpstart Your Journey: Mastering OSS Security Development with the Linux Foundation Education. This session was designed for aspiring open source professionals and newcomers eager to dive into the world of open source software (OSS) security.Ā Read more.
Oct 2, 2024 |
In Blog
Recap on SOSS Community Day EU
On September 19, the OpenSSF community gathered in Vienna for SOSS Community Day EU, held alongside Open Source Summit EU. Each summit and community day is a celebration of open source excellence, showcasing the collective efforts of passionate individuals committed to making the world a safer place. We extend a… Read more.