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Open Source Software Security: Is Open Source Software Safe?

Percona

Even though open source software is firmly in the mainstream, used widely by businesses, governments, and everyone who owns a cell phone or computer, the question repeatedly arises: “Is open source software safe?” Is open source software as stable as other software? Our bar is higher than that.

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Kubernetes in the wild report 2023

Dynatrace

As Kubernetes adoption increases and it continues to advance technologically, Kubernetes has emerged as the “operating system” of the cloud. Kubernetes is emerging as the “operating system” of the cloud. Open-source software drives a vibrant Kubernetes ecosystem. Kubernetes moved to the cloud in 2022.

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The Ultimate Guide to Open Source Databases

Percona

The use of open source databases has increased steadily in recent years. Past trepidation — about perceived vulnerabilities and performance issues — has faded as decision makers realize what an “open source database” really is and what it offers. What is an open source database?

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Protecting critical infrastructure and services: Ensure efficient, accurate information delivery this election year

Dynatrace

Critical infrastructure and services refer to the systems, facilities, and assets vital for the functioning of society and the economy. Every hardware, software, cloud infrastructure component, container, open source tool, and microservice generates records of every activity within modern environments.

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Container security: What it is, why it’s tricky, and how to do it right

Dynatrace

Application developers commonly leverage open-source software when building containerized applications. In fact, the market research firm Forrester says that the average container image is comprised of 70% open-source software.[1] 1] And unfortunately, open-source software is often fraught with security vulnerabilities.

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What is cloud application security?

Dynatrace

If your application runs on servers you manage, either on-premises or on a private cloud, you’re responsible for securing the application as well as the operating system, network infrastructure, and physical hardware. However, open source software is often a vector for security vulnerabilities.

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Vulnerability assessment: key to protecting applications and infrastructure

Dynatrace

Vulnerability assessment is the process of identifying, quantifying, and prioritizing the cybersecurity vulnerabilities in a given IT system. The goal of an assessment is to locate weaknesses that can be exploited to compromise systems. NMAP is an example of a well-known open-source network scanner. Assess risk.