As software development firms continue to create custom software for businesses across various industries, the demand for robust software security has never been higher. These firms, which develop software on behalf of other companies, must not only meet their clients’ requirements, but also ensure that the software they create is secure, compliant with industry standards,…
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Navigating Software Security Challenges in the SaaS Industry
Software-as-a-Service (SaaS) companies provide cloud-based applications that power modern businesses, from financial platforms to collaboration tools to customer relationship management (CRM) systems. Because SaaS applications handle vast amounts of sensitive user data, integrate with multiple third-party services, and run in always-on environments, they are prime targets for cyber threats. Ensuring strong application security is critical…
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How SOOS Helps Companies in the InsurTech Industry
The insurance technology industry, also known as InsurTech, relies on software to power digital insurance platforms, process claims, manage policyholder data, and detect fraud. As insurers embrace digital technologies like automation, cloud computing, and AI-driven risk assessment, they also face growing cybersecurity threats, regulatory scrutiny, and vulnerabilities introduced by third-party software components. Addressing these risks…
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The Importance of Software Security in the MedTech Industry
The MedTech industry depends on software to power life-saving devices, manage patient data, and improve healthcare access and efficiency. From diagnostic tools to wearable health devices to telehealth platforms, medical software applications are central to the functioning of modern healthcare systems. However, as reliance on software grows, so do cybersecurity threats, regulatory challenges, and the…
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PCI DSS Overview and Compliance Checklist
The Payment Card Industry Data Security Standard (PCI DSS) is designed to protect credit cardholder data and ensure businesses handling payment information maintain secure environments. Compliance is essential for preventing data breaches, avoiding regulatory fines, and maintaining customer trust. Organizations processing, storing, or transmitting cardholder data must adhere to PCI DSS, regardless of whether they…
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How to Manage Open Source Software Vulnerabilities Without Slowing Your Team Down
Open source software is a critical component of modern applications, but it also introduces security risks that must be managed effectively. For Software Engineering and Information Security Managers, balancing vulnerability remediation with development speed can be challenging, especially when adopting new security tools. While the initial learning curve may seem steep, refining software development processes…
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Application Security Guide for Startups, SMBs, and Growing Teams
Startups, small businesses (SMBs), and growing software development teams operate in fast-paced environments where security and compliance can be overlooked in favor of rapid development and allocating resources elsewhere. However, building application security and regulatory compliance into your software development practices from the start is critical to building customer and stakeholder trust, avoiding legal issues,…
Continue ReadingTen Tips to Protect Your Dev Team from Business Interruptions
In today’s fast-paced digital world, development teams are constantly under pressure to deliver innovative solutions. However, technical audits, business compliance requirements, and IT governance policies can create unexpected interruptions that disrupt workflows and slow progress. Here are ten tips to protect your development team from these business interruptions by integrating security and compliance into their…
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Reducing False Positives and Developer Toil in Application Security
False positives in application security can be a major source of frustration for development teams, leading to wasted time, unnecessary work, and reduced trust in security tools. However, it’s important to differentiate between true false positives and developer toil caused by inefficient security processes. Understanding this distinction helps teams focus on real security threats while…
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Why SOOS Outperforms Dependabot for Application Security
Application security is paramount in today’s fast-paced development environment, where open-source dependencies are a critical part of software. Dependabot, developed by GitHub, is a popular tool for managing dependency updates, but SOOS goes beyond dependency updates to offer a more comprehensive application security solution. Here’s why SOOS is a better choice than Dependabot for teams…
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