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Dependencies are dangerous

Go Time: Golang, Software Engineering

CHAPTER

Understanding the Risks of Content Delivery Networks and Supply Chain Attacks in Programming

The chapter delves into the potential risks associated with Content Delivery Networks (CDNs) and supply chain attacks in programming, focusing on the security implications of relying on external CDNs for serving code to websites. The hosts underscore the importance of vigilance when integrating third-party libraries, advocating for direct code serving from domains as a more secure alternative. They also explore the differences in dependency management approaches between the Go and JavaScript communities, emphasizing the significance of thorough evaluation and community scrutiny to mitigate the risks of introducing malicious code into projects.

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