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Deep Dive – Log4j: The danger of software dependencies
Your cybersecurity experts
Lieuwe Jan Koning
Co-Founder and CTO ON2IT Group
Luca Cipriano
Threat Intel Specialist ON2IT
Rob Maas
Field CTO ON2IT
Log4j: The danger of software dependencies
Supply chain: Library Dependency
In this gripping episode of Threat Talks, we invite you to join to dissect one of the most significant cybersecurity events in recent history: the Log4j vulnerability. This discussion sheds light on the pervasive risk of supply chain attacks in the digital age, using Log4j as a case study to illustrate the widespread implications for companies worldwide.
Lieuwe Jan, Rob and Luca explore the intricacies of the vulnerability, which shocked the tech world by revealing that a common Java library used in half of the software in companies could be exploited overnight. The conversation navigates through the technical aspects of the vulnerability found in the library, its discovery, and the swift global response it necessitated.
Episode details:
Lieuwe Jan Koning, Rob Maas and Luca Cipriano dive into the heart of the Log4j vulnerability, unearthing how a seemingly innocuous Java library became a global cybersecurity concern overnight. The conversation sheds light on the initial panic that ensued and the rapid response efforts that followed.
The discussion progresses to examine the broader implications of supply chain vulnerabilities, with Log4j serving as a stark reminder of the interconnectedness of modern software ecosystems. Insights are shared on the collaborative efforts within the open-source community and among cybersecurity professionals to address these pervasive risks.
But how can companies and developers better prepare themselves to prevent or swiftly respond to similar vulnerabilities in the future? This episode poses fundamental questions about the future of cybersecurity in an increasingly interconnected digital landscape. To discover the insights and solutions proposed by our experts, tune in to this enlightening deep dive of Threat Talks.
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