How to Protect Open Source Software

David Uberti hosts a discussion with Mike Hanley, GitHub's Chief Security Officer, on cybersecurity, focusing on the Log4j vulnerability. They explore the incident's impact, industry responses, and the importance of understanding software dependencies. The conversation also covers open source security, the role of the White House in improving security practices, and the need for collaboration between public and private sectors. Audience questions address vendor security alerts, open source software assessment, and balancing security updates with system stability.

What is the importance of understanding the software supply chain in cybersecurity?

How can businesses support open source maintainers who are often volunteers?

What challenges do organizations face when assessing open source software?

What strategies can be employed to balance security updates with system stability?