BSides Cape Town 2024

Callian

I'm Callian, also known as Kallie, a dedicated DevSecOps Engineer with a development background and are passionate about application security.

My journey is fueled by an enduring curiosity and a passion for embracing new challenges that foster both personal and professional growth.

As the leader of the DevSecCon Cape Town Community, I assist in bringing together developers, operations teams, and security practitioners to collaborate, share knowledge, and shape the future of secure development


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Session

12-07
15:35
15min
Find and fix Vulnerabilities within open source projects
Callian

It's actually pretty easy to find and fix vulnerabilities within open-source projects. With the right tools and techniques, identifying security flaws and patching them can be a straightforward process.

In this talk, we’ll explore practical methods to detect vulnerabilities, from automated scanning to manual code review, and guide you through the steps to address them effectively.

Whether you’re a seasoned developer or new to open source, you’ll learn how to contribute to making projects more secure.

Let's commit to securing open-source code—starting today, with your next pull request!

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