Don't Feed The Hippos

Explore the challenges of communicating security best practices to developers in this 24-minute conference talk from the Hack In The Box Security Conference. Learn from Martin Knobloch's decade of experience as he draws parallels between failed aid programs and the security community's approach to software development. Discover common pitfalls in security communication, identify "insecure hippos" (security failures), and gain valuable insights on how to effectively engage with developers. Benefit from anecdotes and best practices that highlight the importance of understanding developers' needs before offering solutions. Gain a fresh perspective on bridging the gap between security experts and software developers to create more secure applications.