Grzegorz Tworek on cybersecurity for coders, transforming security with AI, and zero-day vulnerabilities | The Dev is in the Details #8
Description
► How can coders stay ahead in the relentless race against cyber threats?
Join us with cybersecurity expert Grzegorz Tworek as we explore the decline of assembly, C++, and kernel development, and its implications for security. Discover crucial tips for coders, how to uncover zero-day vulnerabilities and the ongoing battle between cyber defenders and attackers.
Learn how AI is transforming code security and gain insights from NATO's Locked Shields exercise on which country leads in cyber defense. Tune in for expert advice and practical insights to elevate your cybersecurity knowledge.
► Our guest
Grzegorz Tworek: https://www.linkedin.com/in/grzegorztworek/
Microsoft MVP^17, Security Internals Fanatic, hominoid Windows defender.
► In today’s episode:
- The enduring relevance of assembly, C++, and other low-level languages amidst modern programming trends.
- Why these languages are becoming less popular and what this means for future development.
- Essential security considerations for both coders and companies to stay protected.
- Exploring zero-day vulnerabilities: What they are, how to find them, and why they matter.
- The dynamic race between good guys and bad guys in the cybersecurity landscape.
- Building and leveraging a community of security experts for better defense strategies.
- The role of AI in writing code and the implications for the future of cybersecurity.
- A deep dive into NATO's Locked Shields exercise: Which country leads the pack in cyber defense?
► Decoding the timeline:
00:00:00 – The most important security considerations for coders and companies
00:08:55 – Predictions for security advancements in applications
00:13:28 – Memory abuse attacks
00:15:00 – Reverse engineering strategies
00:31:00 – How to start learning about cybersecurity?
00:41:35 – Publicly exposing vulnerabilities, Net Zero Days, threat actors
00:50:00 – NATO Lock shields
00:54:20 – Catch-up race with bad guys
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