EPISODE 40: How Do You Protect Your ASS-ets? An Interview On AppSec With The Modern.Net Show

Compromising Positions - A Cyber Security Podcast

We’re still on a summer break but in the meantime we are delighted to share with you an episode from friend of the show, The Modern.Net Show in which Jeff and Lianne we’re interviewed on. In this discussion we talked about how you protect your ass-ets, your SDLC, and how to overall improve cybersecurity practices within your organisation.

Jamie is a great interviewer and we are sure you’ll enjoy his show. And if you do, don’t forget to look him up and subscribe to his channel. We’ve put details of where to find him in the show notes. Enjoy!

Thank you kindly to The Modern.Net Show for giving us permission to share this episode!

Key Takeaways:

Herd Mentality - Cybercriminals are always going for the easiest target so even a bit of extra security can make you look unappetising and unappealing to a hacker.

Being Secure is Never the Primary User Goal - Security should be invisible but that can only be achieved if you think in a humancentric way or utilise the principles of user experience, behavioural science and psychology.

Your Cybersecurity Team is Likely to be Overwhelmed - So give them a hand. If you want the to loosen up a security control, do you research! Explain why you need a certain library, for example, and explain how you intend to manage the risks. Don’t expect the cybersecurity team to have the time to do all the research for you!

Product Security Might be the Answer to Good Security - Why a holistic approach is the best approach to securing the products you are building.

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We hope you enjoyed this episode - See you next time, keep secure, and don’t forget to ask yourself, ‘Am I the compromising position here?’

Show Notes

Full show notes can be found at the source on The Modern.Net Show

About Jamie Taylor

Jamie is a Microsoft MVP and seasoned technologist specializing in .NET, Python, Go, and bespoke software delivery. With over a decade of experience, Jamie brings a unique blend of technical expertise and strategic thinking to the table.
In 2023, he was honoured with the award for Most Visionary Software Development Managing Director, a recognition that underscores his commitment to innovation and leadership in the industry. His journey is marked by a dedication to translating complex technological landscapes into tangible business benefits. As the host of The Modern .NET Show, an award-winning podcast, he showcases his deep technical knowledge and communicates complex concepts in an accessible manner.

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Keywords: cybersecurity, SSDLC, AppSec, dev, product security, storytelling