Open source software remains intrinsically secure

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This article argues that open-source software remains inherently secure and more resilient than proprietary software. It says AI-driven vulnerability discovery is accelerating the need for faster patching, better operational coordination, and stronger upstream contribution. The piece highlights practical steps enterprises can take, including inventorying dependencies, automating rebuild and redeploy pipelines, and adopting active supply-chain security tools. It also introduces Project Lightwell, a Red Hat and IBM effort to speed remediation and push fixes back into upstream open-source projects. The article frames software supply-chain security as a shared industry problem that requires coordinated action.

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