Transitive Dependencies: Security vs. Productivity in Modern Software
2025-01-28
Modern software development relies heavily on external libraries, creating a trust relationship akin to leaving one's door unlocked. The author argues that this reliance on transitive dependencies, while boosting productivity, introduces significant security risks. The article explores the tension between efficiency and security, proposing component isolation and the principle of least privilege as solutions. It draws parallels to OpenSSH and the Actor model, envisioning a more secure software architecture that requires rethinking hardware, operating systems, and programming languages.
Development
software architecture