The Dark Side of Open Source: Securing the Software Supply Chain
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The rise of open-source software has been nothing short of a revolution, akin to a tidal wave sweeping across the tech industry. While the benefits of OSS are undeniable, its very nature – the open and collaborative development model – also introduces vulnerabilities that can be exploited by malicious actors. From insecure coding practices to outdated (vulnerable) dependencies, the potential attack vectors are numerous.