Alpha-Omega: Securing Open Source Software Through Direct Maintainer Engagement

Explore a panel discussion on securing open source software through direct maintainer engagement in the Alpha-Omega project. Join Mikael Barbero from Eclipse Foundation, Walter Pearce from Rust Foundation, Ram Iyengar from Cloud Foundry Foundation, and Munawar Hafiz from OpenRefactory as they share insights and experiences. Moderated by Yesenia Yser from The Linux Foundation, this 38-minute talk delves into the importance of collaborating with open source maintainers to enhance software security. Learn about the strategies employed by different foundations and organizations to support and empower maintainers in addressing security challenges. Gain valuable perspectives on the role of direct engagement in strengthening the overall security posture of open source projects and ecosystems.