The Anatomy of Java Vulnerabilities

2,757 views · Published 4 October 2017 · 45:44 · Indexed 25 October 2026

Channel: Java · 2017 · Science & Technology

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Steve Poole, Developer Advocate, IBM

The continuing rise of cybercrime in quantity and sophistication means we all need to understand more about security. This session covers one aspect of improving security: being more informed about Java vulnerabilities. The presentation explains what’s being done to address vulnerability issues and what you have to do to reduce your exposure. You’ll learn about Java vulnerabilities in general: how they are reported, managed, and fixed as well as learning about the specifics of attack vectors and just what a “vulnerability” actually is. Given the continuing increase in cybercrime, it’s time you knew how to defend your code. With examples and code, this session will help you become more effective in tacking security issues in Java.

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