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Application Security Weekly (Audio)

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Application Security
Open Source Software
Cybersecurity
Software Supply Chain Security
Supply Chain Security
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Cybersecurity Best Practices
Security Engineering
Generative AI In Security
Node.js
Development Teams
API Security
Bot Management
Software Development
Vulnerabilities
Government Funding For Software
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Appsec
XZ Utils
Karan Dwivedi

About all things AppSec, DevOps, and DevSecOps. Hosted by Mike Shema and John Kinsella, the podcast focuses on helping its audience find and fix software flaws effectively.

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Ransomware attacks typically don't care about memory safety and dependency scanning, they often target old, unpatched vulns and too often they succeed. Rob Allen shares some of the biggest cases he's seen, what they have in common, and what appsec te... more

Interest and participation in the OWASP GenAI Security Project has exploded over the last two years. Steve Wilson explains why it was important for the project to grow beyond just a Top Ten list and address more audiences than just developers. He als... more

Software has forever had flaws and humans have forever been finding and fixing them. With LLMs generating code, appsec has also been trying to determine how well LLMs can find flaws. Nico Waisman talks about XBOW's LLM-based pentesting, how it climbe... more

Dealing with vulns tends to be a discussion about prioritization. After all, there a tons of CVEs and dependencies with known vulns. It's important to figure out how to present developers with useful vuln info that doesn't overwhelm them. Francesco C... more

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Recent Guests

Steve Wilson
Chief Product Officer at ExaBeam and a leader in the generative AI and cybersecurity domains
ExaBeam
Episode: Inside the OWASP GenAI Security Project - Steve Wilson - ASW #352
Nico Waisman
CISO at XBOW, previously CISO at Lyft, with over 20 years in security leadership roles.
XBOW
Episode: Finding Large Bounties with Large Language Models - Nico Waisman - ASW #351
Francesco Cipollone
Former AppSec and Cloud Security Lead for HSBC, Chair of the Cloud Security Alliance
Episode: Changing the Vuln Conversation from Volume to Remediation - Francesco Cipollone - ASW #350
Scott Clinton
Board member and co-chair of the OWASP GenAI Security Project
OWASP
Episode: How OWASP's GenAI Security Project keeps up with the pace of AI/Agentic changes - Scott Clinton - ASW #348
Seemant Sehgal
Founder of BreachLock with a background in cybersecurity assessments for financial institutions.
BreachLock
Episode: Limitations and Liabilities of LLM Coding - Seemant Sehgal, Ted Shorter - ASW #347
Michael Callahan
Chief Marketing Officer at Salt Security
Salt Security
Episode: AI, APIs, and the Next Cyber Battleground: Black Hat 2025 - Chris Boehm, Idan Plotnik, Josh Lemos, Michael Callahan - ASW #346
Idan Plotnik
Co-founder and CEO of Apiiro
Apiiro
Episode: AI, APIs, and the Next Cyber Battleground: Black Hat 2025 - Chris Boehm, Idan Plotnik, Josh Lemos, Michael Callahan - ASW #346
Chris Boehm
Field CTO of Zero Networks
Zero Networks
Episode: AI, APIs, and the Next Cyber Battleground: Black Hat 2025 - Chris Boehm, Idan Plotnik, Josh Lemos, Michael Callahan - ASW #346
Emily Fox
A DevOps enthusiast and advocate for women in technology with over 15 years of experience in security.
Episode: Translating Security Regulations into Secure Projects - Roman Zhukov, Emily Fox - ASW #345

Hosts

Mike Shema
Host of Application Security Weekly and a knowledgeable figure in the field of application security and development. He brings insights from his experiences and discussions on contemporary tech issues affecting security practices.
John Kinsella
Co-host of Application Security Weekly, with extensive experience in application security practices and DevOps. His discussions frequently bring in diverse perspectives on tech and regulatory challenges in security.

Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars from 20 ratings
  • Yes

    It’s the best.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Alpha Gay
    United States4 months ago
  • Great show

    Amazing show with great news and tips on making sure you code is secure.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    DMLou
    United States3 years ago
  • One of the best podcast on planet 👍

    One of the best podcast on planet 👍

    Mike and john are the best and most funny host I had the pleasure dealing with.

    Also level of knowledge and precision is unbeatable

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Fracipo
    United Kingdom3 years ago
  • Great show

    Best show I’ve found so far related to AppSec

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    jrod d
    United States5 years ago
  • Keith fails again

    Clearly doesn’t know or understand java but still keeps yapping regardless. And don’t get me started on the gdpr episode... so much misinformation and stupidity in one location is rare.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    quasi42
    Denmark7 years ago

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Listeners appreciate the depth of knowledge and engagement offered by the hosts, highlighting their ability to make complex security topics understandable. They often praise the practical insights shared by expert guests, which they find applicable to real-world scenarios. Some feedback indicates concerns over specific inaccuracies in discussions but overall, the quality of content is well-received.
Positive mentions include the humor and approachability of the hosts, making technical discussions more enjoyable while encouraging a supportive community around application security.

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Limitations and Liabilities of LLM Coding - Seemant Sehgal, Ted Shorter - ASW #347
Q: How do you address concerns around using AI in security?
We've built an AI transparency module that allows clients to see what agents are doing, maintaining control while utilizing AI for efficiency.
Limitations and Liabilities of LLM Coding - Seemant Sehgal, Ted Shorter - ASW #347
Q: What was the onus that caused you to say, I need to start a company to solve this problem?
There was too much focus on defense and not the proactive side of security, which led me to believe there was more innovation needed in offensive security.
How Product-Led Security Leads to Paved Roads - Julia Knecht - ASW #341
Q: How do you tackle challenges in getting teams to adopt security tools?
We need to understand why teams may resist using the paved roads and focus on creating incentives for adoption.
How Product-Led Security Leads to Paved Roads - Julia Knecht - ASW #341
Q: What metrics do you use to measure the success of your security initiatives?
We build security assurance metrics by collaborating with different teams to evaluate our overall security posture.
How Product-Led Security Leads to Paved Roads - Julia Knecht - ASW #341
Q: Can you discuss what product-led security entails at Netflix?
It's an approach where product and design work closely to understand user needs and integrate security seamlessly into workflows.

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Focused on application security, this podcast covers essential topics related to software development, DevOps, and security practices in technology. Discussions often revolve around the latest trends in vulnerability management, the integration of AI in security practices, and the challenges associated with securing modern software systems. Episodes feature insights from industry experts, highlighting practical strategies for mitigating security risks while fostering collaboration between development and security teams. Its unique blend of technical discussions and expert guest insights likely appeals to professionals keen on improving their knowledge of security practices and tools.

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1. Steve Wilson
2. Nico Waisman
3. Francesco Cipollone
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5. Seemant Sehgal
6. Michael Callahan
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