Memory Safe Languages: Reducing Vulnerabilities in Modern Software Development
CISA and the National Security Agency (NSA) published joint guide, Memory Safe Languages: Reducing Vulnerabilities in Modern Software Development, that identifies the main obstacles in adopting memory safe languages, provides practical solutions to address these challenges, and emphasizes critical factors for organizations aiming to shift towards more secure software development methods.
The document expands on recommendations for critical infrastructure organizations to implement to achieve better memory safety, such as language-level protections, library support, robust tooling, and developer training.
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