Application Security in Software Development Lifecycle

Chrysalis, Notepad++, and Supply Chain Risk: What it Means, and What to Do Next Rapid7 https://lnkd.in/epFj8spx When Rapid7 published its analysis of the Chrysalis backdoor linked to a compromise of Notepad++ update infrastructure, it raised understandable questions from customers and security teams. The investigation showed that attackers did not exploit a flaw in the application itself. Instead, they compromised the hosting infrastructure used to deliver updates, allowing a highly targeted group to selectively distribute a previously undocumented backdoor associated with the Lotus Blossom APT. Based on public statements from the Notepad++ maintainer and independent reporting, there is no evidence that the application’s source code or core development process was compromised. The risk stemmed from the update delivery infrastructure, reinforcing that even trusted software can become a delivery mechanism when upstream systems are abused. The Chrysalis Backdoor: A Deep Dive into Lotus Blossom’s toolkit (Rapid7): https://lnkd.in/emAUyeAA

Host Header Manipulation: The One-Line Change That Cracked Enterprise Admin Panels + Video Introduction: In a recent bug bounty disclosure, a security researcher demonstrated how a subtle misconfiguration in Host header validation led to a critical privilege escalation vulnerability. By manipulating a single HTTP header, an attacker could bypass application logic intended to restrict administrative functions, transitioning from a guest context to a global admin impact. This incident underscores the persistent danger of improperly trusted HTTP headers and the chain of failures in web application architecture....

The latest update for #Veracode includes "How to Implement #AI Code Generation Securely in Your SDLC" and "How to Align Your #DevSecOps Framework with Software #SupplyChain Security". #cybersecurity #softwaresecurity #AppSec https://lnkd.in/dWV7H7G

Day 11 – Security & Access Control 🔐 Continuing to harden my Distributed Notification System by focusing on security and access control, which are critical for any real-world backend system. Today was about protecting the system from unauthorized access, abuse, and common security pitfalls. What I worked on today: ✅ Designed authentication and authorization flow ✅ Secured APIs using token-based authentication ✅ Implemented role-based access control (RBAC) ✅ Protected internal services and endpoints ✅ Reviewed common security risks and mitigations Security Design Overview: • Public APIs are secured using JWT-based authentication • Roles define who can create, manage, or view notifications • Internal services communicate using service-level authentication • Sensitive configuration is managed via environment variables • Rate limiting and idempotency also act as security safeguards Key Security Considerations: • Preventing unauthorized API access • Avoiding privilege escalation • Protecting internal Kafka consumers • Securing secrets and credentials • Limiting blast radius during failures Why this matters: • Security must be built in, not added later • Protects user data and system integrity • Prevents misuse and abuse • Makes the system production-ready • Aligns with real-world backend practices Next up: 👉 Final review, documentation, and learnings from building this system. Building secure systems is as important as building scalable ones 💻🔒 #backend #systemdesign #security #authentication #authorization #distributedystems #buildinpublic

For modernizing your authentication infrastructure, Duende IdentityServer v7.4's support for .NET 10 Long Term Support (LTS) is a secure, stable foundation that's non-negotiable for enterprise applications. Read more: https://lnkd.in/eg8W7_Gg

Hybrid migrations offer flexibility, but they also increase exposure if security is inconsistent. This is where OPSWAT’s approach stands out by focusing on visibility and control across every file movement, not just the storage platform.

Hybrid migrations offer flexibility, but they also increase exposure if security is inconsistent. This is where OPSWAT’s approach stands out by focusing on visibility and control across every file movement, not just the storage platform.

AI-driven software upgrades can introduce new risks if not properly managed, potentially leading to supply chain vulnerabilities. The report highlights that AI can suggest outdated or even malicious software components. Developers should integrate real-time open source intelligence into their AI-driven development to ensure secure decisions. 🪲 #CyberNewsLive https://lnkd.in/eCKxdqgM

Developing with IdentityServer just got smoother. upgrading to v7.4 and .NET 10 introduces streamlined local-host tooling and an improved developer workflow. Spend more time coding features, not configuring infrastructure. 💻 https://lnkd.in/eg8W7_Gg #DevExperience #DeveloperTools #Duende #dotnet

Dynamic Application Security Testing (DAST) is gaining attention as organizations look for ways to improve software safety. Recent reviews highlight some of the leading DAST platforms available for businesses of all sizes. These tools aim to support teams in identifying and addressing software issues efficiently. Staying informed about these solutions can help companies maintain strong software practices. https://lnkd.in/gqatZKkS #ApplicationSecurity #SoftwareTesting #TechSolutions #ITManagement #SoftwareDevelopment #TechTrends #DigitalInnovation #BusinessTechnology #SoftwareTools #TechInsights #UnderstandingEnterpriseTech #EnterpriseTechnologyNow #EnterpriseTechnologyToday