Your Software’s Security Is Only as Good as Your Last Test

The Senior Director of QA at Unqork emphasizes the importance of integrating security into software development life cycles (SDLC) without exceptions. He discusses the challenges of balancing speed and thoroughness in testing, especially with the increasing use of third-party services in software. To ensure comprehensive security across a business, he suggests incorporating multiple tollgates or security measures throughout the pipeline. The executive order passed in 2021 to improve software supply chain integrity highlights the need for everyone involved in software delivery to prioritize quality and safety. By equipping developers with reusable good agents and using uniform software versions, testing processes can be accelerated. Collaboration between development, QA, and security teams is crucial for effective CI/CD implementation. The open-source Java application OWASP WebGoat provides a hands-on way to learn about vulnerability testing and improve web development practices. Automating tests can help streamline the SDLC while maintaining high levels of security.