Redefining CyberSecurity

Why the Industry Needs OpenSSF | A Conversation with Omkhar Arasaratnam, Adrianne Marcum, Arun Gupta, and Christopher Robinson | Redefining CyberSecurity with Sean Martin


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Guests: 

Omkhar Arasaratnam, General Manager, OpenSSF [@openssf]

On LinkedIn | https://www.linkedin.com/in/omkhar/

Adrianne Marcum, Technical Project Manager, OpenSSF [@openssf]

On LinkedIn | https://www.linkedin.com/in/adriannefranscinimarcum

Arun Gupta, VP/GM Open Ecosystem at Intel, Governing Board Chair, OpenSSF [@openssf]

On LinkedIn | https://www.linkedin.com/in/arunpgupta/

On Twitter | https://twitter.com/arungupta

Christopher Robinson, Chairperson of the Technical Advisory Council, OpenSSF [@openssf]

On LinkedIn | https://www.linkedin.com/in/darthcrob/

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Host: Sean Martin, Co-Founder at ITSPmagazine [@ITSPmagazine] and Host of Redefining CyberSecurity Podcast [@RedefiningCyber]

On ITSPmagazine | https://www.itspmagazine.com/sean-martin

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Episode Notes

In a comprehensive exploration of software supply chain security within the open-source arena, the latest episode of the Redefining CyberSecurity Podcast, hosted by Sean Martin, convenes notable figures from the Open Source Security Foundation (OpenSSF).

This discussion unveils the critical mission of OpenSSF, led by Omkhar Arasaratnam, the General Manager, emphasizing the foundation's endeavor to bolster security across open source software utilized in over 90% of commercial applications. Adrianne Marcum, OpenSSF's Technical Project Manager, and Arun Gupta, Vice President at Intel and the Governing Board Chair for OpenSSF, delve into the pioneering strategies for enhancing open source security, incident response, and the Essence of collaborative efforts bridging the gap between the private sector and public initiatives.

Christopher Robinson, chairperson of the Technical Advisory Council, provides insight into the ubiquitous integration of open source in technology, from consumer electronics to critical infrastructure, underlining the universal stake in securing this landscape. The episode also spotlights the pressing need for community involvement in securing open source ecosystems, highlighting OpenSSF's initiatives in education, repository security, and the creation of standards for safer open source software deployment.

The episode also touches on the collaborative efforts between private and public sectors to address security challenges in open source projects. Further discussions illuminate the initiative by OpenSSF to improve incident response and education within the open source community. There's even a shout-out to Allan Friedman and Bob Lord from the Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA).

The call to action for listeners encapsulates the essence of contributing to a broader community effort, underscoring the pivotal role each individual plays in advancing the security and integrity of open source software worldwide. The group encourages listeners to join the OpenSSF's mission by contributing to their diverse projects and working groups, reinforcing the idea that securing open source software is not just critical but achievable through collective effort.

Key Questions Addressed

  • What is OpenSSF and its mission?
  • How does OpenSSF address software supply chain security?
  • What role does community engagement play in securing open source software?

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Resources

OpenSSF Home Page: https://openssf.org

OpenSSF - Get Involved: https://openssf.org/getinvolved/

OpenSSF Events: https://openssf.org/events

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