22 Years of Application Security - Progress, Challenges, and Lessons Learned

Explore the evolution of application security over the past 22 years in this thought-provoking keynote address from OWASP Global AppSec DC 2023. Delve into the progress made since OWASP's founding in 2001, examining both achievements and persistent challenges in the field. Gain insights into common misconceptions about the OWASP Top 10 among software developers and discover how application security professionals can break free from the "Groundhog Day" cycle. Analyze mistakes made along the way and learn how to apply these lessons to advance application security. Join Alyssa Miller, Chief Information Security Officer at Epiq Global, for a journey through the past, present, and future of application security, blending humor, nostalgia, and hope for the industry's trajectory.