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DevelopSec: Developing Security Awareness
by Jardine Software Inc.
Curious about application security? Want to learn how to detect security vulnerabilities and protect your application. We discuss different topics and provide valuable insights into the world of application security.
Episodes
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Ep. 129: When Security Recommendations Miss The Point
Ever read a security advisory that told you to “use a VPN” to protect a Bluetooth device? In this episode we talk about how bad or inaccurate recommendations can be a problem with security findings. We take a look at an example of recommendations that don't relate to the issue at all, leaving...
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Ep. 128: OWASP Top 10 2025
In this episode James gives an overview of the new OWASP Top 10 2025. He shares some insights into the history, changes, and additional thoughts on the top 10. Do you have any thoughts on the OWASP Top 10? Let us know. References: Medium article of history of top 10 -...
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Ep. 127: Importance of Terminology
In this episode, James talks about the difference between end-to-end encryption and the standard encryption in transit most web applications implement. There is an interesting story (referenced below) that was using end-to-end encryption outside of the standard understanding. Check out what the...
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Ep. 126: Avoiding Panic and Misunderstandings with Proper Authentication Failure Reporting
Have you ever felt that feeling of thinking your account has been compromised? It can be a scary feeling. But what about when it didn't really happen? Instead it was just confusing messaging. That is what I talk about in this episode. The importance of proper messaging in the right context. Even...
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Ep. 125: From Flat Tires to AppSec: The Power of Tools and Process
In this episode, James shares a story about fixing a flat tire on an E-Scooter and how it relates to security. He shows how the combination of tools, process, and knowledge can lead to a successful outcome. Can you be successful without all three components? Maybe, but it might be more effort…
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Ep. 124: Double-ClickJacking
In this episode, I go over what Double-ClickJacking is and what you can potentially do about it to reduce the risk to your applications. Will this be the new finding on everyone's pen tests this year? Paulos Yibelo first described Double-ClickJacking and you can read more from him at his post...
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Ep. 123: Goals of Security Culture - Sort of?
In this episode, I talk about how security is a part of everyone's role and the labeling of "Security Culture". I share some ideas on how to improve on role based security awareness and building stronger relationships between security and the rest of the organization. For more info go to...
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Ep. 122: Integrating Security Responsibilities into Development
In this episode I talk about assigning responsibility for secure development and how the dev and security teams should be working together to accomplish a common goal. I also discuss the importance of updating developer job descriptions and creating an expectation around developers having secure...
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Ep. 121 - Evolving Ransomware: Unique Tactics for Payment
In this episode I talk about the evolving world of ransomware. I discuss a few examples of unique tactics the malicious actors are using to put pressure on organizations to pay the ransom. Referenced Articles…
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Ep. 120: Addressing Root Cause - Vulnerable Components
In this episode we talk about addressing the root cause of an issue versus the symptoms. How can the process of keeping application components updated be improved? For more info go to https://www.developsec.com or follow us on twitter (@developsec). DevelopSec provides application security...
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Ep. 119: Risks of SpellCheck
In this episode we talk about the spell check feature of the browser and how it could present a risk to sensitive data. Link to article referenced: https://www.darkreading.com/application-security/spellchecking-google-chrome-microsoft-edge-browsers-leaks-passwords For more info go to...
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Ep. 118: Log4J Sparking Thought on Vulnerable Components
Log4J has been the talk of the town recently and everyone is focused on the technical details of the specific vulnerabilities found. In this episode, James talks about the overarching ideas around dealing with vulnerable components. Are you vulnerable? If so, what needs to be done? For more info…
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Ep. 117: How Browsers are Helping with Security
Chrome has announced a few changes that we need to watch out for in the near future. We previously talked about the default value for samesite that is coming up fast. I wrote about this here: https://www.jardinesoftware.net/2019/10/28/samesite-by-default-in-2020/ Also, they are getting ready to...
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Ep. 116: Chrome Retires XSS Auditor
It was recently announced that Chrome was dropping the XSS Auditor in Chrome 78. What does that mean and how does that change things for you as a developer? https://www.chromium.org/developers/design-documents/xss-auditor For more info go to https://www.developsec.com or follow us on twitter...
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Ep. 115: Is CSRF Really Dead?
In 2020, Chrome will default the SameSite attribute to Lax on all cookies. SameSite helps mitigate CSRF, but does that mean CSRF is Dead? For more info go to https://www.developsec.com or follow us on twitter (@developsec). Join the conversations.. join our slack channel. Email…
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Ep. 114: Investing in People for Better Application Security
In this episode, James talks about investing in the development teams to increase application security priorities. For more info go to https://www.developsec.com or follow us on twitter (@developsec). Join the conversations.. join our slack channel. Email [email protected] for an invitation....
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Ep. 113: What is your mother's maiden name?
In this episode, James talks about some of the risks and recommendations around security questions and their implementation. For more info go to https://www.developsec.com or follow us on twitter (@developsec). Join the conversations.. join our slack channel. Email [email protected] for an...
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Ep. 112: Application Fingerprinting
Does your application give away details about it server, framework, or other components? How is this information used by an attacker? Check out this episode to learn more. For more info go to https://www.developsec.com or follow us on twitter (@developsec). Join the conversations.. join our slack...
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Ep. 111: Authentication Alerts
Would you know if someone authenticated to your account? With the breaches we see in the news, and attacks like credential stuffing, there must be a way to be alerted to account access. James talks about authentication alerts, what they are, and why you may want to use them. For more info go to...
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Ep. 110: Implementation Matters
James discusses how implementation matters with security controls and how it changes priorities. This came about after reading the following story: https://www.theverge.com/2018/12/31/18162541/vein-authentication-wax-hand-hack-starbug For more info go to https://www.developsec.com or follow us on...
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Ep. 109: 2018 Reflection
I talk about some of what happened in 2018 and what I am looking to do in 2019. I also ask you to think about your previous year and goals. I also talk about some new training I am providing. For more info go to https://www.developsec.com or follow us on twitter (@developsec). Join the...
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Ep. 108: Dunkin Donuts Breach, Maybe??
In this episode James talk about the Dunkin Donuts Perks breach. This is an interesting situation as the accounts were access using the victim's username and password found from another data breach. The issue: Password Reuse. Could D&D have prevented this? Listen in to hear my thoughts. Please…
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Ep. 107: Credential Stuffing
In this episode James talks about what credential stuffing is, how if affects your apps, and how you can look to defend against it. For more info go to https://www.developsec.com or follow us on twitter (@developsec). Join the conversations.. join our slack channel. Email [email protected] for...
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Ep. 106: Facebook Breach Take-aways and Insights
James talks about the Facebook breach and shares some insights into how you can take steps to prevent this type of incident in your applications. For more info go to https://www.developsec.com or follow us on twitter (@developsec). Join the conversations.. join our slack channel. Email...
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Ep. 105: Interview with Eric Johnson
I sit down with Eric Johnson to talk about security in the IDE and other fun topics. A bit longer than usual, but full of great information. You can reach out to Eric on twitter @emjohn20 or check out his site at https://www.pumascan.com. For more info go to https://www.developsec.com or follow…
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Ep. 104: Securing Devops with Julien Vehent
James sits down with Julien Vehent to discuss his new book "Securing DevOps" and talk about security in a devOps world. Julien (@jvehent) is a security architect and engineering manager with over 15 years of experience in large organizations and web companies. He is currently responsible for the...
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Ep. 103: Is 3rd Party Authentication Right For Your Application?
The headlines are filled with credential breaches. One way to avoid being those headlines is to not store credentials. Instead, use a 3rd party to authenticate your users. While this cuts a lot of work out of your development time, it is important to understand the pros and cons to each method....
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Ep. 102: Intro to Web Security Policies
In this episode James introduces us to the idea of web security policies stored in a security.txt file. We have talked about vulnerability disclosure before and this ties directly into that conversation. Link to Draft: https://tools.ietf.org/html/draft-foudil-securitytxt-03 Link to form to create...
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Ep. 101: You're not always right and that is ok
In this episode, James shares a story of learning from a mistake and how we can't be right every time. Hear what he learned and how you can learn too. For more info go to https://www.developsec.com or follow us on twitter (@developsec). Join the conversations.. join our slack channel. Email...
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Ep. 100: Choosing Security Tools
In this episode we talk about choosing the right security tools for your environment. There are lots of vendors offering solutions to help identify security issues within our applications. The trick is to learn to identify which ones make the most sense for your environment. For more info go to...
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Ep. 99: Shifting Left in the SDLC
In this episode, James talks about what it means to shift left in the SDLC. For more info go to https://www.developsec.com or follow us on twitter (@developsec). Join the conversations.. join our slack channel. Email [email protected] for an invitation. DevelopSec provides application security...
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Ep. 98: Efail and News Hype
In this episode we talk about efail and the HYPE around security news. For more info go to https://www.developsec.com or follow us on twitter (@developsec). Join the conversations.. join our slack channel. Email [email protected] for an invitation. DevelopSec provides application security...
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EP. 97: Gmail / Netflix Potential Scam
** Check out our new Live Fundamentals of Application Security training starting on May 1, 2018. Don't wait to sign up. For schedules and information check out https://www.jardinesoftware.com/fundamentals-of-application-security/ ** In this episode, James shares his thoughts on an interesting…
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Ep. 96: Security Flaws as Defects
In this episode we talk about treating security flaws as defects and embedded vs. built-in security. Do you treat security flaws differently? What barriers does that create? For more info go to https://www.developsec.com or follow us on twitter (@developsec). Join the conversations.. join our…
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Ep. 95: MyFitnessPal Breach Take-Aways
In this episode we talk about the MyFitnessPal breach and some of the key points that we as developers, security, and users can take away from it. Tweet with Graph of Largest Breaches mentioned: https://twitter.com/EricTopol/status/979556839015661568 Link to article about the breach:...
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Ep. 94: Penetration Testing
In this episode we talk about penetration testing and what you need to know to get the most out of the activity. Tune in to hear some of our thoughts on the topic. To take the training course survey go to...
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Ep. 93: Code Review
In this episode we talk about secure code review with a mention of static analysis. Do you know the difference? What is the issue of doing one over the other, or just outright replacing actual code review with static analysis? Tune in to hear some of our thoughts on the topic. For more info go to...
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Ep. 92: 2-Factor Authentication
In this episode James talks about 2-factor authentication, why we use it, and maybe why we don't. Is your 2-factor implementation getting in your way? The DevelopSec YouTube Channel - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCdAqgfdGs0-hPa8FhsODwNw For more info go to https://www.developsec.com or follow...
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DevelopSec Podcast #91 - OWASP Top 10 2017 Thoughts
The new OWASP Top 10 2017 is out. We look at some of the changes and how you can effectively use the list to better your security program. We are also launching a new DevelopSec Live broadcast. To check out the first episode, go to https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kfDuxwFScOE (The first 2 minutes...
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Ep. 90: 5 Steps to Help Secure Your Database
James sits down with Perry Krug, from Couchbase to discuss some important steps to take to secure your database. Perry Krug - https://twitter.com/perrykrug Couchbase - https://twitter.com/couchbase Couchbase - https://www.couchbase.com/ CouchbaseSecurity Documents -...
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Ep. 89: New Year's Resolutions
Welcome to 2018! Another year down and time for many of us to start making promises to ourselves of things we will start doing in this new year. In this episode James talks about some lessons we should take from 2017 and ways to use them in 2018. For more info go to https://www.developsec.com or...
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Ep. 88: Meteor Security with Tim Medin
In this episode, James talks with Tim Medin regarding Meteor and security. If you develop with Meteor or have to test it, there is a lot of information packed in. More about Tim Medin (@timmedin): Red Seige website - https://www.redsiege.com/ Link to Meteor Minor and other tools Tim mentioned:...
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Ep. 87: Apple Sign-in Bug Take-Aways
You have heard about the Apple Sign-in Bug on High Sierra. Now lets talk about how we can use this example to better our current development processes to protect ourselves. Link to mentioned article:...
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Ep. 86: Vulnerable 3rd Party Components
In this episode, James talks the use of 3rd party components and how to handle determining if they are vulnerable or not. Links: OWASP Dependancy Check - https://www.owasp.org/index.php/OWASP_Dependency_Check GitHub Blog - https://github.com/blog/2470-introducing-security-alerts-on-github…
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Ep. 85: Open Redirect Revisited
In this episode, James talks about open redirect and why it matters from a security perspective. He also shows how this information can be used in your personal technology use, not just in development. For more info go to https://www.developsec.com or follow us on twitter (@developsec). Join the...
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Ep. 84: Understanding the Technology
You know your development language and platform, but do you really know the ins and outs of web application technology? How well do you know HTTP, HTML, etc? James talks about a few scenarios where really understanding how the technologies works helps better understand vulnerability risks. For…
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Ep. 83: Authorization Overview
In this episode, James talks about authorization and some common areas where it poses a risk. He also goes over some techniques to help test authorization. For more info go to https://www.developsec.com or follow us on twitter (@developsec). Join the conversations.. join our slack channel. Email...
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Ep. 82: Equifax Take-aways
The Equifax breach was a major news story. James talks about some of the security controls mentioned and how to start a conversation within your organization about them. Want to listen on YouTube? Check out our channel where we are releasing episodes starting from episode 1 at...
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Ep. 81: JavaScript in HREF and SRC (XSS)
We talk about cross-site scripting (XSS) all the time, but often overlook the ability to use javascript: in anchor tags. James talks about this unique ability and how to protect your applications from it. The related blog post for this can be found at...
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Ep. 80: Understanding Security of Your Platforms
We use a lot of platforms and frameworks when we develop an application. These platforms may provide security features, but do you know which ones? James talks about the importance of understanding your platforms and what to consider. For more info go to https://www.developsec.com or follow us on...
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Curious about application security? Want to learn how to detect security vulnerabilities and protect your application. We discuss different topics and provide valuable insights into the world of application security.
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