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OpenSSF Blog
Jun 22, 2023 |
PSF Welcomes New Security Developer in Residence with Support from Alpha-Omega
Through funding by the OpenSSF’s Alpha-Omega Project, the Python Software Foundation (PSF) has hired a new security developer in residence as part of a year-long security enhancement initiative. PSF announced their intention to fill this role back in January, and after a thorough search, they have chosen Seth Michael Larson! Read more.
Jun 20, 2023 |
Why SBOM Generators Need to Accurately Represent Open Source Licenses
SBOMs enable organizations to identify vulnerabilities, track open-source usage, and ensure compliance with numerous licensing obligations. Having a “single source of truth” for security and licensing information helps everyone. Let’s take a look at why SBOM Generators need to accurately represent Open Source Licenses. Read more.
Jun 7, 2023 |
In Blog
OpenSSF Day at Open Source Summit Europe: Call for Proposals Now Open
We’re pleased to announce we are hosting OpenSSF Day at Open Source Summit Europe on Monday, September 18th and the call for proposals is now open. The full day program will feature keynotes from Open Source Security Foundation (OpenSSF) contributors and thought leaders. This is your chance to meet fellow open… Read more.
May 31, 2023 |
In Blog
OpenSSF Supply Chain Integrity Working Group Provides Security Guidance, Practical Frameworks, and Tools
Within the OpenSSF Supply Chain Integrity Working Group (SCI WG), we’re hosting a global community of individuals and organizations collaborating on scalable standardized attestable practices for supply chain security. Along the way we’re developing a shared vocabulary for the industry, a common problem model, and uniform frameworks spanning languages and… Read more.
May 30, 2023 |
In Blog
Inaugural Open Source Security Singapore Meetup
We’re delighted to invite you to Singapore’s inaugural Open Source Security Foundation (OpenSSF) Meetup on the evening of Thursday, the 8th of June at the AWS Singapore Office to discuss how we can address cybersecurity challenges locally and globally. Read more.
May 30, 2023 |
In Blog
Meet New OpenSSF GM Omkhar Arasaratnam
Join us for a conversation with new OpenSSF General Manager, Omkhar Arasaratnam, veteran cybersecurity and technical risk management executive with more than 25 years of experience leading global organizations. In this Q&A, Omkhar covers everything from the challenges he foresees in his role to what he thinks is the most… Read more.
May 26, 2023 |
In Blog
Takeaways from OpenSSF Day North America
We recently hosted OpenSSF Day at the Open Source Summit North America in Vancouver, BC with a full day of session presentations, panels, and lightning talks around the current state of open source security. If you weren’t able to attend, the videos are now available on our YouTube channel to… Read more.
May 24, 2023 |
In Blog
Exploring the Latest Advances in SBOMs from the Devroom
Where we are with SBOMs and where may the community go in the future? At the 2023 SBOM Devroom, hosted at FOSDEM 2023 in Brussels, participants discussed various topics related to generating, understanding, managing, and converting Software Bill of Materials (SBOMs). Read more.
May 17, 2023 |
In Blog
We Want to Hear from You: Take the OpenSSF Software Security Awareness Survey
OpenSSF, in collaboration with Linux Foundation Research, recently launched a new survey to better understand OpenSSF Software Security Awareness. Please take the survey today to share your feedback about our initiatives and how we can improve. We want to hear from you! Read more.
May 10, 2023 |
OpenSSF Welcomes New Members, Veteran Cybersecurity Expert as General Manager, and New Funding
The Open Source Security Foundation (OpenSSF) welcomes four new members from leading technology firms: Hitachi, Lockheed Martin, Salesforce, and SAP. The OpenSSF also welcomes new General Manager, Omkhar Arasaratnam, veteran cybersecurity and technical risk management executive. Plus Microsoft and Google commit $5 million in continued funding for Alpha-Omega. Read more.