We are meeting at NI/Emerson! The chapter would like for folks to attend personally if possible! Please do not pull both an online and in-person ticket, as we order food for every in-person ticket the Friday before the meeting and we do not want to waste food or money by over-ordering.

Please RSVP for online at Meetup --

https://www.meetup.com/owasp-austin-chapter/events/298207005

30 minutes of meet-and-greet and Chapter information, then ..

Presentation: Digital Deceit and AI Hallucinations: Safeguarding the Software Supply Chain

The presentation unites Tyler Agypt's expertise in a riveting exploration of software supply chain threats, spanning traditional dangers to the novel challenge of AI Package Hallucination. Agypt, VP of Global Enablement at Checkmarx, exposes the hidden risks in software dependencies and the emerging threat of artificially generated, nonexistent code packages. Through real-world examples and insights from over 1 million malicious packages, he reveals the deceptive practices endangering our digital ecosystem, from Dependency Confusion to Star-Jacking to Repo-Jacking.

Agypt advocates for robust defensive strategies, tools and improved dependency management, to counteract these threats. This presentation is a call to action for the developer and cybersecurity community to elevate their vigilance and adopt a proactive stance against the evolving challenges in software supply chain security. Join this enlightening session for a comprehensive understanding of both traditional and AI-induced vulnerabilities, and equip yourself to better face tomorrow's cybersecurity challenges.

Speaker

Tyler Agypt

Tyler Agypt, VP of Global Enablement at Checkmarx, is an Application Security evangelist and tech enthusiast. With a career focused on the intersection of software development and AppSec, Tyler brings a deep understanding of how to combat emerging threats within applications. Known for his voracious appetite for learning and problem-solving, he delves into customer AppSec programs, offering insights into tackling security challenges. Tyler's unique combination of expertise, passion, and approachability makes his speeches a must-see, promising attendees not just valuable learnings but also inspiration to delve deeper into the world of Application Security.

Due to Eventbrites pricing change and ticket limitations, please RSVP for online at Meetup --

https://www.meetup.com/owasp-austin-chapter/events/298207005