Unmasking the Invisible Adversary:The Evolving Art and Science of Threat Modeling

As applications and infrastructures become more complex and distributed, threat modeling has transformed into a continuous, integral part of modern DevSecOps. This post revisits threat modeling fundamentals and introduces the latest standards, methodologies, and technologies shaping this critical discipline today.

December 13, 2024 · (updated December 21, 2024) · 10 min · Pradeep Loganathan
Securing the software supply chain

Securing the Software Supply Chain: A Developer's Guide

Learn how to secure the software supply chain by embracing best practices such as secure coding, CI/CD integration, SBOMs, and proactive monitoring.

September 5, 2024 · (updated December 21, 2024) · 22 min · Pradeep Loganathan
Platform engineering

Platform Revolution: How Platform Engineering is Reshaping Software Development

Platform engineering is an emerging discipline that transcends traditional IT roles by bridging software development (Dev), operations (Ops), security (sec), and quality assurance (QA) into a coherent, streamlined workflow

December 13, 2023 · (updated December 21, 2024) · 15 min · Pradeep Loganathan
Supply chain Levels for Software Artifacts

Supply chain Levels for Software Artifacts - SLSA

SLSA (Supply chain Levels for Software Artifacts) is a security framework designed to ensure the integrity and security of the software supply chain. It is a set of guidelines and best practices that aim to prevent tampering, improve integrity, and secure packages and infrastructure in software development and deployment.

November 13, 2023 · (updated December 21, 2024) · 10 min · Pradeep Loganathan

Threat Modeling

In a world increasingly reliant on digital infrastructure, security is no longer a static state but a continuous process. Reactive security is a gamble no organization can afford. Proactive defense is paramount, and threat modeling stands as a crucial first line of defense. Threat modeling provides a structured approach to proactively identify and mitigate security risks. It’s about stepping into the mindset of an attacker, systematically examining your systems—whether a complex application, a sprawling network, or a cloud deployment—to pinpoint potential weaknesses. Threat modeling uncovers potential vulnerabilities, maps likely attack paths, and empowers teams to fortify their defenses preemptively. This process involves visualizing attack vectors, assessing potential impact, and prioritizing mitigation efforts. More than a mere checklist, it’s a dynamic process that blends analytical rigor with creative foresight, enabling you to anticipate and mitigate threats before they materialize. ...

August 21, 2017 · (updated December 21, 2024) · 9 min · Pradeep Loganathan