The Abridged History of Application Security

Explore the evolution of application security in this 28-minute conference talk by Jim Manico at NDC Conferences. Trace the journey from the early '60s, when plaintext password storage and poor access control were common, to the present day's advanced security measures. Gain insights into how the field has progressed, with a focus on the accelerating rate of positive change. Learn about the history of security testing, the adoption of HTTPS, improvements in password storage algorithms, and the development of defenses against cross-site scripting. Discover how the industry has addressed challenges like the Waze app vulnerability and the implementation of trusted types. This inspiring overview of application security's history aims to motivate professionals in the demanding security sector by highlighting the significant advancements made over time.