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Open-source software is integral to many startups and modern companies. However, recent security issues highlight its vulnerabilities to state-level hackers. Explore how to safely build and utilize communal code with insights from industry experts at a recent discussion.

The ransomware industry is thriving, with 2024 poised to become a record-breaking year for payouts. Despite law enforcement actions against groups like LockBit, hackers continue to profit. Expert Allan Liska warns of a rise in teenage attackers and a potential escalation of real-world violence.

Companies’ eagerness to adopt AI has made them more vulnerable to cyberthreats, with over half of IT executives acknowledging that AI complexity weakens security. Startups like Noma Security emerge to address these risks, focusing on vulnerable data pipelines and AI-specific threats.

Cybersecurity leaders are increasingly concerned about a new generation of “advanced persistent teenagers” who are skilled and financially motivated hackers. These groups, like Lapsus$ and Scattered Spider, execute attacks using persuasive phishing tactics that exploit human vulnerabilities.

In early 2024, a Microsoft developer discovered a backdoor in XZ Utils, impacting numerous Linux systems. Dubbed a “nightmare scenario,” this incident echoed past cybersecurity crises, highlighting the vulnerabilities of open source software. Experts discussed securing it at TechCrunch Disrupt.