Originally posted: https://www.hackedu.com/blog/applying-learning-science-principles-to-secure-code-training Everyone knows the old adage: You can lead a horse to water but you can’t make it drink, and this is certainly applicable when it comes to self-directed learning through computer-based training programs. But if learning is the goal — and it is a critical one in…

Originally posted: https://www.hackedu.com/blog/how-offensive-training-improves-defensive-only-approaches-in-secure-coding-training “I used to attack because it was the only thing I knew. Now I attack because I know it works best.” - Garry Kasparov, chess legend Chess is an oft-used analogy for cybersecurity because there are many similarities between the two. At their core, they are games…

By Rachel Virgil Originally posted here: https://www.hackedu.com/blog/gender-diversity-considerations-in-training-avoiding-unintended-biases When deciding which secure coding training program is right for you and your team, it’s important to choose a program that won’t unintentionally alienate certain groups. In 2021, it’s common knowledge that diversity improves performance and business outcomes, although the field of cybersecurity…

Originally posted https://www.hackedu.com/blog/how-to-shift-left-and-increase-long-term-efficiency In software development, issues become more time-consuming and more expensive the longer it takes to find and fix them. Find defects too late in the development cycle, and you could risk a delayed launch. If vulnerabilities remain after the product has already gone to market, hackers may…

How to Add Automated Operations into a Seamless Secure Coding Practices Workflow Many software and app companies have looked to automated operations to create a more streamlined and efficient development process. Adding the right tools to CI/CD workflows can save developers time and alleviate some of the burden of manual…

Originally posted https://www.hackedu.com/blog/3-steps-to-overcoming-the-shortage-in-security-talent . According to the 2019/2020 Official Annual Cybersecurity Jobs Report, an estimated 3.5 million cybersecurity jobs will go unfilled in 2021. While attracting candidates from such a limited talent pool may seem impossible, companies do have other options at their disposal. …

Originally posted at https://www.hackedu.com/blog/how-to-teach-developers-to-think-like-hackers Coaches of sports teams would relish the chance to know their opponents’ offensive playbook, so that they can prepare the right defensive schemes. Debate experts say you should understand your opponent’s position before you attempt to refute it. You should also consider the ways your opponent…

We published our first “Vulnerabilities Benchmark Report” (download it here) last week, a synthesis of anonymous data from tens of thousands of students on our training platform, representing hundreds of companies across multiple industries. During the process of developing the report, we were stunned by some of our findings. One…

The 2021 Vulnerabilities Benchmark Report from HackEDU provides insights derived from our analysis of anonymous data from tens of…