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Application Security Is in a Rut; It’s Time to Shake Things Up
As technological advancements such as AI-driven tools become more widespread, application security (AppSec) faces unprecedented challenges. The reality is that the approach we have been using for years is no longer effective. We must acknowledge this and take bold steps forward.
The raw number of vulnerabilities isn’t a useful metric anymore. What matters now is understanding actual risk exposure. This change in perspective needs to be reflected in how we communicate, prioritize, and respond to security threats.
One crucial aspect is establishing trust between security teams and developers. This means focusing on the impact of specific vulnerabilities rather than just flagging them as severe or not. It’s essential to provide actionable steps for remediation instead of leaving it up to the developers’ research efforts. We need to recognize that they own the applications, not just be remediation contractors.
To reestablish trust, we must also determine what can realistically be fixed, considering both available developers and their capacity to address vulnerabilities. This balance is crucial.
Moreover, boards are shifting their perspective, allowing for a higher tolerance for risk while prioritizing innovation over absolute security. We need alignment between application teams and security teams on what constitutes unacceptable versus acceptable risk.
Ultimately, the goal should shift from simply counting vulnerabilities to understanding actual impact and providing clear, actionable steps for remediation.
