Guide

Guide to Open Source Software

Guide to Open Source Software

Pages 10 Pages

Mend.io highlights that with rapid digital transformation, 99% of codebases now include open source, comprising about 70% of the code—a significant rise from 36% in 2015. While this accelerates development, it also introduces increased security risks. Cyber attackers exploit these dependencies, targeting open-source vulnerabilities to breach applications. Mend.io emphasizes the need for robust open-source security strategies integrated into modern development workflows like Agile, DevOps, and CI/CD to mitigate risks and safeguard software supply chains effectively.

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