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The information at the heart of every business relationship and process is under attack. Cyberattacks are a major concern for today’s software, from presidents signing executive orders on cybersecurity data breaches that cost companies millions.

Software engineers are able to make security an integral aspect of their development. However, they need to be properly trained and equipped. In the course of a recent Twitter Space discussion, New Relic’s Harry Kimpel and Frank Dornberger discussed the best way to develop an attitude of security that goes beyond app vulnerabilities to consider application integrity and system reliability.

It is crucial to stress the importance of security as a component of the SDLC from the requirements phase to the release and testing. It’s beneficial to implement a framework like the NIST Secure Software Design Framework to provide structure and consistency to team efforts and ensure that they follow best practices.

Using popular, well-maintained frameworks and libraries can help reduce your software’s attack surface, as they are likely to be regularly patched. It is also important to ensure that all third-party software components have been inspected to ensure security and compliance with the policies of your company. To be able to see the risks that come with open source components, it’s wise to maintain an inventory, or software bill of material, that covers all your components.

The most effective security is incorporated into the daily routine and the culture. Promoting a positive, collaborative work culture, encouraging team happiness, and improving the communication between teams can all result in better, more durable software security.