Practical Core Software Security: A Reference Framework

Practical Core Software Security: A Reference Framework emphasizes the people element of software security, outlining a step-by-step process for building and managing a mature SDL program. It takes an experience-based approach to apply components of the best available SDL models and benefits professionals and students alike, helping organizations maximize their ability to minimize vulnerabilities in software products.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 262 pages
Publication date: 02 August 2022
Publisher: Taylor & Francis Ltd

Software security is a critical concern for software development, and there is no one-size-fits-all solution. However, there are several best practices and strategies that can help organizations improve their software security posture. In this textbook, we will explore some of these best practices and strategies, including people, process, and technology approaches to software security.

The first step in improving software security is to make the software development program process more efficient and effective. This involves identifying and mitigating risks early in the development cycle, and implementing security measures throughout the entire SDLC.

One of the most important aspects of software security is the people element. Humans are the weakest link in the security chain, and they can inadvertently introduce vulnerabilities into software. Therefore, it is essential to ensure that developers have the necessary skills and knowledge to build secure software.

The textbook provides a step-by-step process for software security that is relevant to todays technical, operational, business, and development environments. It focuses on what humans can do to control and manage a secure software development process using best practices and metrics.

Although security issues will always exist, students learn how to maximize an organizations ability to minimize vulnerabilities in software products before they are released or deployed by building security into the development process.

The authors have worked with Fortune 500 companies and have often seen examples of the breakdown of security development lifecycle (SDL) practices. The text takes an experience-based approach to apply components of the best available SDL models in dealing with the problems described above.

Software security best practices, an SDL model, and framework are presented in this book. Starting with an overview of the SDL, the text outlines a model for mapping SDL best practices to the software development life cycle (SDLC). It explains how to use this model to build and manage a mature SDL program. Exercises and an in-depth case study aid students in mastering the SDL model.

Professionals skilled in secure software development and related tasks are in tremendous demand today. The industry is facing a shortage of skilled security professionals, and organizations are willing to pay top dollar for those with the necessary skills and expertise.

In conclusion, software security is a critical concern for software development, and there are several best practices and strategies that can help organizations improve their security posture. By implementing these best practices and strategies, organizations can reduce the risk of security breaches and protect their valuable data and assets.

Weight: 538g
Dimension: 177 x 251 x 25 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781032276038