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What The Hack is Web App Sec?

Is AI-assisted 'vibe coding' making your applications more vulnerable to decades-old attacks? It's time to build a culture of shared responsibility for security.

What The Hack is Web App Sec?
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Making web application security accessible to developers

Web application security is a critical but often overlooked topic that can be made more engaging for developers through relatable storytelling.

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A developer's path from operations to security

A background in operations provides a natural entry point into security, highlighting that it's an encompassing field involving people and processes, not just technology.

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Comparing the challenges of security and accessibility

Security and accessibility share common challenges as they are both complex, often addressed late in the development process, and require a holistic approach.

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Balancing developer and stakeholder security priorities

Developers often prioritize building secure code from the start, while stakeholders may focus on cost, but proactive security investment is increasingly seen as a business value.

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How AI-assisted coding impacts web application security

While AI accelerates code production, it also increases the volume of potential vulnerabilities, making it crucial to integrate AI tools into a structured development lifecycle.

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Why security is a shared responsibility for every role

Security is a collaborative effort that involves everyone from designers to developers, and it cannot be delegated to a single specialist or department.

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Getting started with security tools and team communication

Developers can begin improving security by integrating static analysis tools like linters into their workflow and fostering open team communication about vulnerabilities.

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Adopting a zero-trust mindset with input validation

The most impactful habit a developer can adopt is to rigorously validate all inputs by default, treating any incoming data as untrusted until proven otherwise.

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