These days, technology is evolving at a pace like never before seen, forcing organizations into an “adapt or die” situation. And, as digital transformation accelerates, everyone is feeling the effects. DevOps leaders, AppSec managers, and developers are certainly no exception, as they’re being tasked with developing and deploying software at a faster rate to keep their organizations competitive and relevant. However, this increased focus on speed often causes security to fall by the wayside. Just turn on the news and our point is proven, as you’re all but guaranteed to hear about yet another business falling victim to a cyberattack. What’s especially concerning is that vulnerable software is often the root cause of the problem. According to Forrester, applications are the leading attack vector for security breaches, with 42% of global security decision makers whose firms experienced an external attack saying it resulted from an exploited software vulnerability. As the proliferation of software continues, bringing with it an ever-expanding attack surface that’s ripe for targeting by malicious actors, securing software must be a priority above all else. Here are five top reasons why. For deeper analysis, read our eBook.
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5 Irrefutable Reasons to Prioritize Software Security
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By Eric Swenson
- November 12, 2020
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Eric Swenson
Eric brings 18+ years of experience to his role at Checkmarx, where he is passionate about bringing products and solutions to market that help address challenges faced by enterprises today. He has the proven ability to build and nurture Rockstar teams while creating effective strategies that educate and inform the market on the latest in software security best practices. Eric has also worked with members of the US Senate in an advisory role addressing proposed cybersecurity legislation around data protection and SCADA security.
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Eric brings 18+ years of experience to his role at Checkmarx, where he is passionate about bringing products and solutions to market that help address challenges faced by enterprises today. He has the proven ability to build and nurture Rockstar teams while creating effective strategies that educate and inform the market on the latest in software security best practices. Eric has also worked with members of the US Senate in an advisory role addressing proposed cybersecurity legislation around data protection and SCADA security.
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