The Opposition

It’s probably difficult to believe that anyone would take the time and effort to hack your application. But these people exist. They’re talented, motivated, and very, very patient. In the battle to write secure software, it’s important to know who you’re fighting against. Understand exactly what they’re doing, how they do it, the tools they’re using, and their objectives. Only then can you formulate a strategy to cope.

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