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Mar 25
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OpenSSF Newsletter – March 2025

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Welcome to the March 2025 edition of the OpenSSF Newsletter! Here’s a roundup of the latest developments, key events, and upcoming opportunities in the Open Source Security community.

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This month, the OpenSSF invites you to participate in global Community Days and explore new initiatives to strengthen open source security throughout 2025. Tune in to the latest podcast episode highlighting key insights from leaders at Intel and GitHub, learn about the recent Policy Summit in Washington, D.C., and enroll in the new, free cybersecurity course designed specifically for software development managers. Plus, stay informed about exciting project updates and upcoming community events!

Join us at OpenSSF Community Day Events in North America, India, Japan, and Europe!

OpenSSF Community Days bring together security and open source experts to drive innovation in software security.

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Join us in shaping a safer and more secure digital world. 

2025 OpenSSF Content Themes: Strengthening Open Source Security Throughout the Year

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Cybersecurity is an ongoing challenge, and OpenSSF is leading efforts to strengthen open source security in 2025. This blog outlines the key content themes for the year, from strengthening OSS ecosystems to enhancing security tools and addressing vulnerabilities. Each month, OpenSSF will explore these critical topics through events, expert discussions, and blog contributions. Stay updated on these discussions and learn how you can contribute to OpenSSF’s mission.

What’s in the SOSS? An OpenSSF Podcast is back for Season 2!

In Season 2’s first episode, CRob chats with Arun Gupta (Intel, OpenSSF Governing Board Chair) and Zach Steindler (GitHub, OpenSSF TAC Chair) about lessons learned in open source security from 2024 and what’s ahead for 2025.

  • How the Mission, Vision, Values, Strategy, and Roadmap (MVVSR) framework is shaping OpenSSF’s focus
  • The biggest security challenges faced in 2024, from supply chain attacks to SBOM adoption
  • Exciting initiatives for 2025—including making security more accessible to open source maintainers

Join the conversation and get insights into the future of open source security. Listen now and stay tuned as we announce our new co-host!

OpenSSF Hosts 2025 Policy Summit in Washington, D.C. to Tackle Open Source Security Challenges

The OpenSSF successfully hosted the 2025 Policy Summit in Washington, D.C., bringing together industry leaders and security experts to address open source security challenges. The event featured keynotes, panel discussions, and breakout sessions focused on AI security, software supply chain governance, and policy recommendations for secure OSS consumption. 

“The OpenSSF is committed to tackling the most pressing security challenges facing the consumption of open source software in critical infrastructure and beyond ” said Steve Fernandez, General Manager, OpenSSF. 

Discussions highlighted the importance of industry-led security initiatives, collaboration with policymakers, and the need for standardized security frameworks. Following the summit, OpenSSF will refine security guidance and best practices to enhance open source software security globally. Learn more about the event, key takeaways, OpenSSF’s Vision, and how to get involved in shaping open source security policy. 

NEW FREE COURSE: Security for Software Development Managers (LFD125)

Security for Software Development Managers course

The OpenSSF and Linux Foundation Education have launched a new, free cybersecurity e-Learning course, Security for Software Development Managers (LFD125). Designed for those who manage or aspire to manage developer teams, this course covers critical security concepts needed to build resilient applications. Participants will learn how to identify vulnerabilities, implement proactive security measures, and guide their teams in creating secure software. Security for Software Development Managers (LFD125) is a self-paced, 2-hour course that includes access to a discussion forum for engagement with experts and peers. Upon successful completion, participants receive a digital badge and certificate. 

Enroll today and strengthen your leadership skills in software security!

News from OpenSSF Community Meetings and Projects

In the News

Meet OpenSSF at These Upcoming Events!

You’re invited to…

See You Next Month! 

We want to get you the information you most want to see in your inbox. Have ideas or suggestions for next month’s newsletter about the OpenSSF? Let us know at marketing@openssf.org, and see you next month! 

Regards,

The OpenSSF Team

Jan 23
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OpenSSF Newsletter – January 2025

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Welcome to the January 2025 edition of the OpenSSF Newsletter! Here’s a roundup of the latest developments, key events, and upcoming opportunities in the Open Source Security community.

Call for Proposals: OpenSSF Community Day NA 2025!

The CFP is now open for OpenSSF Community Day North America 2025, happening June 26 in Denver, CO! Share your insights, success stories, and innovations with the open source security community.

Key Dates:

  • CFP Closes: March 23, 2025
  • Event Date: June 26, 2025

Submit 5-, 10-, 15-, or 20-minute talks on topics like AI and ML in security, supply chain resilience, regulatory compliance, and more. First-time speakers welcome!

 Submit Your Proposal Now

We Need Your Input!

Take a short survey to help the OpenSSF, LF Research, and LF Europe assess the open source community’s readiness for the EU Cyber Resilience Act and other emerging regulatory challenges. Your insights will shape best practices and prepare the ecosystem for what’s ahead.

Take the survey

Bonus for participating:

Get a 35% discount on any Linux Foundation e-learning course or certification exam (valid until May 1, 2025).

Added bonus: For every completed survey, LF Research will donate to the Linux Foundation’s Travel Fund, supporting open source developers and community members in attending events they might otherwise miss.

Your participation helps strengthen our community—thank you! The survey closes Friday, Jan. 24, 2025. 

CRA Stewards and Manufacturers Workshop: Key Takeaways and Next Steps

Last month the Linux Foundation Europe and the OpenSSF teams held a workshop focused on the implications of the recently published Regulation (EU) 2024/2847, commonly known as the Cyber Resilience Act or CRA. The 2024 Stewards and Manufacturers Workshop in Amsterdam was a highly successful event where members from across the Linux Foundation, other upstream open source foundations, community experts, and government officials came together to get a common understanding of the obligations of both Manufacturers and Stewards, and how each group needs to collaborate together as the legislation starts to go into effect over the next three years.

Learn more

What’s in the SOSS? Podcast #23 – Kusari’s Michael Lieberman Talks GUAC, SLSA and Securing the Open Source Supply Chain

In the latest episode of What’s in the SOSS?, CRob chats with Michael Lieberman, CTO and co-founder of Kusari, about supply chain security in the open source ecosystem. They discuss Michael’s journey in open source, his work with SLSA and GUAC, practical tips for addressing SBOMs, and his vision for the future of OSS security. Michael also shares advice for aspiring contributors and thoughts on what’s next for supply chain security.

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Have a subject idea or know someone inspiring we should feature? Email us at marketing@openssf.org!

SOSS Community Day India 2024: Wrap Up

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Towards the end of 2024, we hosted the inaugural SOSS Community Day India, and we’re thrilled to share that it was a resounding success! This remarkable event brought together some of the most active open source contributors in the industry for a day filled with sharing, learning, and collaboration

What made this gathering truly special was being co-located with KubeCon + CloudNativeCon India 2024. With over 350 registrations (and a waiting list, no less!), we saw a truly varied set of personas join us for this unforgettable experience. Engineers, legal professionals, CXOs, and students all came together to share their expertise, showcase their projects, and learn from one another.

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Accelerating OpenSSF Adoption: Unlocking Scorecard Insights with a Centralized Dashboard

Accelerating OpenSSF Adoption: Unlocking Scorecard Insights with a Centralized Dashboard

Open source components power 90% of modern applications but pose security risks like vulnerabilities and supply chain attacks. The OpenSSF Scorecard evaluates projects on critical security metrics, while the new Ortelius OpenSSF Dashboard aggregates these results at the application level, providing transparency and actionable insights to secure your software.

Discover how these tools can help you trust your dependencies and strengthen open source security.

Learn more

Predictions for Open Source Security in 2025: AI, State Actors, and Supply Chains

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Open source software powers nearly all modern applications, yet its vulnerabilities make it a prime target for cyberattacks. High-profile incidents like the xz Utils backdoor highlight growing threats from state actors and cybercriminals. The rise of AI tools like GenAI amplifies these risks, enabling scaled phishing campaigns and fake contributors to erode trust.

To protect open source as a global asset, greater investment, improved governance, and faster patching are critical.

Learn more

News from OpenSSF Community Meetings and Projects:

In the News:

Meet OpenSSF at These Upcoming Events!

You’re invited to…

See You Next Month! 

We want to get you the information you most want to see in your inbox. Have ideas or suggestions for next month’s newsletter about the OpenSSF? Let us know at marketing@openssf.org, and see you next month! 

Regards,

The OpenSSF Team

Nov 26
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OpenSSF Newsletter – November 2024

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Welcome to the November 2024 edition of the OpenSSF Newsletter! Here’s a roundup of the latest developments, key events, and upcoming opportunities in the Open Source Security community.

The SOSS Fusion 2024 Playlist is Live!

Catch up on the highlights from SOSS Fusion 2024, The Conference for Secure Open Source Software with the full YouTube playlist. Explore keynotes, technical sessions, and workshops from industry leaders like Dan Lorenc and Cory Doctorow. Discover actionable insights and tools to secure open source software.

đź“ş Watch now: SOSS Fusion 2024 YouTube Playlist

Secure Your Software Supply Chain with Abhisek Datta

Join us for an insightful webinar, Policy, Security, and the Software Supply Chain, featuring security expert Abhisek Datta on November 27 from 2:00 PM – 3:00 PM. This event is hosted in the lead-up to SOSS Community Day, India, co-located with KubeCon + CloudNativeCon India 2024.

Mark your calendars and register today!

Join us in Delhi for SOSS Community Day India on December 10, 2024, co-located with KubeCon + CloudNativeCon India

Hosted by the OpenSSF, this event will bring together open source security enthusiasts to connect, collaborate, and share knowledge. Whether you’re an industry leader or a passionate technologist, this is your opportunity to dive deep into the latest open source security trends, learn from experts, and network with the vibrant open source community. Don’t miss out—register today and be part of the conversation on securing open source software!

Learn more

2025 Virtual Tech Talk Call for Proposal (CFP)

We are excited to invite proposals for the 2025 Virtual Tech Talk Series, providing a platform for in-depth discussions on critical initiatives to secure open source software within the OpenSSF community. These tech talks are designed to foster knowledge sharing, highlight innovative technical projects, and showcase efforts driving the future of open source security.

Have a topic or expertise you’d like to share? Submit your Call for Proposals (CFP) by December 13, 2024, to ensure ample time for review and planning. This is your chance to contribute, connect with peers, and inspire others in the field.

Submit your CFP

Case Study: Kusari’s Implementation of OpenSSF Tools and Services


Kusari has tackled software supply chain challenges like transparency and inefficiencies by integrating OpenSSF tools such as AllStar, Scorecard, and GUAC, while adopting open standards like SLSA and OpenVEX. These solutions have enhanced their ability to manage risks and contribute actively to the OpenSSF community.

“Participating in open source communities allows us to shape the future of software supply chain technology,” says Parth Patel, Kusari’s Co-founder.

➡️ Read more about Kusari’s journey and the tools they use.

October was Cybersecurity Awareness Month!

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This year, the focus was on collective action across sectors to enhance cybersecurity resilience. Organizations prioritized OSS governance, developers adopted secure coding practices, and academic institutions prepared the next generation of professionals—all contributing to safer digital ecosystems.

OpenSSF supported these efforts with resources like Developing Secure Software (LFD121) and events like SOSS Fusion, which fostered collaboration and knowledge sharing.

➡️ Read more about how we worked together to stay secure and informed.

OpenSSF Adds Minder as a Sandbox Project to Simplify the Integration and Use of Open Source Security Tools

Minder, contributed by Stacklok, simplifies the integration and use of open source security tools through a policy-based approach that spans the entire software development lifecycle. With features like noise reduction, auto-remediation, and integration with OpenSSF tools such as Sigstore, Minder empowers organizations to strengthen their security posture.

➡️ Explore Minder and see how it enhances open source security.

OpenSSF Expands Secure Development Course with Interactive Labs


The Open Source Security Foundation (OpenSSF) has enhanced its free “Developing Secure Software” course (LFD121) with hands-on labs and interactive activities. These new features provide developers with practical techniques to counter modern cyberattacks, improving engagement and knowledge retention.

With over 25,000 enrollments globally, this course offers a comprehensive learning experience covering secure design principles, implementation, and verification techniques. Developers can earn a completion certificate and access optional browser-based labs for an immersive learning experience.

➡️ Enroll in LFD121 and start building secure software today!

OpenSSF Welcomes New Members and Introduces New Initiatives at SOSS Community Day Japan

At SOSS Community Day Japan, OpenSSF celebrated its growing community with the addition of new members, including Arm, embraceable AI, Fujitsu, Ruby Central, and Trifecta Tech, furthering its mission to secure open source software.

In a recent press release, OpenSSF also announced new initiatives: Minder, a sandbox project simplifying security tool integration; bomctl, enhancing SBOM management; and Zarf, enabling secure software delivery in air-gapped environments.

➡️ Read more about our new members and initiatives.

 

Red Hat’s Collaboration with the OpenSSF and OSV.dev Yields Results: Red Hat Security Data Now Available in the OSV Format

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Red Hat has partnered with OpenSSF and Google’s OSV.dev to make its security data available in the OSV format. This enhances transparency, accessibility, and integration with tools like OSV-Scanner, supporting better vulnerability management.

➡️ Learn more about this collaboration.

 

How We Can Learn from Open Source Software to Address the Challenges of AI

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AI models bring transformative potential but also risks like deepfakes, bias, and misuse. Drawing from open source principles, we can address these challenges by fostering collaboration across industry, academia, and government, securing the AI supply chain, and building “secure by default” models.

OpenSSF’s work with agencies like CISA offers a roadmap for leveraging open source security principles to improve the safety and reliability of open foundation models.

➡️ Read how open source lessons can shape a secure AI future.

 

The OpenSSF Armored Goose “Honk”: Advancing Open Source Security

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The Open Source Security Foundation’s (OpenSSF) logo features “Honk,” an armored goose holding a shield, embodying the foundation’s mission to protect open source software. Representing adaptability, resilience, and teamwork, Honk symbolizes the innovative approaches OpenSSF employs to enhance security in the open source ecosystem.

Discover the story behind Honk and how OpenSSF champions collaboration and defense in open source security.

➡️ Learn more about Honk and join the mission.

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Meet OpenSSF at These Upcoming Events!

Get Involved in OpenSSF

You’re invited to…

See You Next Month

We want to get you the information you most want to see in your inbox. Have ideas or suggestions for next month’s newsletter about the OpenSSF? Let us know at marketing@openssf.org, and see you next month! 

Regards,

The OpenSSF Team

Oct 23
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OpenSSF Newsletter – October 2024

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Welcome to the October 2024 edition of the OpenSSF Newsletter! Here’s a roundup of the latest developments, key events, and upcoming opportunities in the Open Source Security community.

Join us in Tokyo for SOSS Community Day Japan on October 30, 2024, co-located with the Open Source Summit Japan (October 28-29)

Hosted by the OpenSSF, this event will bring together open source security enthusiasts to connect, collaborate, and share knowledge. Whether you’re an industry leader or a passionate technologist, this is your opportunity to dive deep into the latest open source security trends, learn from experts, and network with the vibrant open source community. Don’t miss out—register today and be part of the conversation on securing open source software! Learn more

Recap on SOSS Community Day EU

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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 heartfelt thanks to our dedicated maintainers for their continuous efforts in advancing open source security!

Recordings and photos are now available. Relive the moment as we recap some of the exciting conversations from the event! Read more

2025 Virtual Tech Talk Call for Proposal (CFP)

We are excited to invite proposals for the 2025 Virtual Tech Talk Series, providing a platform for in-depth discussions on critical initiatives to secure open source software within the OpenSSF community. These tech talks are designed to foster knowledge sharing, highlight innovative technical projects, and showcase efforts driving the future of open source security.
Have a topic or expertise you’d like to share? Submit your Call for Proposals (CFP) by December 15, 2024, to ensure ample time for review and planning. This is your chance to contribute, connect with peers, and inspire others in the field.
Submit your CFP

OpenSSF Education Tech Talk Highlights & Future Opportunities

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The 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.  Read more

Developer Relations: The Human Connection Driving Open Source Security

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Open source security isn’t just about technology—it’s 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. As Katherine Druckman, Open Source Evangelist at Intel, said in her recent episode of the What’s in the SOSS? podcast: “We solve technical problems with technical solutions, but there are also so many human problems that need human solutions.” This illustrates the heart of DevRel—bringing together people to drive progress in open source security. Read more

OpenSSF SOSS Fusion Conference Kicks off with Talks from Google and Cisco Executives

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The Open Source Security Foundation (OpenSSF) announced the opening of the Secure Open Source Software (SOSS) Fusion Conference in North America in Atlanta, GA. This event unites a diverse community of professionals, including public sector leaders, software developers, security engineers, students, cybersecurity experts, CISOs, CIOs, founders, and tech pioneers. With a robust agenda covering AI security, critical open source security projects, public policy, and today’s most pressing security topics, SOSS Fusion offers a comprehensive look at OpenSSF’s initiatives that’s aimed at simplifying security for developers, and will help them prepare to shape a safer digital world in 2025 and beyond. Read more

Join us for SigstoreCon: Supply Chain Day at KubeCon NA 2024

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Join us for SigstoreCon: Supply Chain Day at KubeCon NA 2024 in Salt Lake City on November 12! Attendees will explore the latest advancements in digital artifact signing, with sessions on Sigstore, SLSA, The Update Framework (TUF), and more.

Key Topics Include:

  • Case Studies: Real-world examples of how projects are leveraging Sigstore, SLSA, or TUF
  • Package Registry Adoption: Insights for maintainers adopting Sigstore/SLSA
  • Client Development: Learnings from building Sigstore clients
  • Technical Deep Dives/Research: Exploring transparency, privacy-preserving identities, and more

Don’t miss this opportunity to stay ahead in supply chain security​!

View agenda 

Register now

Empower Your Software Development with OpenSSF’s Free “Developing Secure Software” Course! 

Learn secure software fundamentals at your own pace and earn a recognized certificate. Plus, we’ve just added new optional labs in LFD121! These hands-on exercises will help you practice countering attacks with real-world scenarios and helpful hints. Enroll here

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Meet OpenSSF at These Upcoming Events!

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Regards,

The OpenSSF Team

 

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