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Stories by Pieter Danhieux

Pieter danhieux

Agentic AI double agents expose dangerous security gaps

3 days ago
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application security
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devsecops
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supply chain
Agentic AI promises rapid software gains, but a recent Claude Code cyberattack shows how “double agents” can outpace unprepared developers.
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The risks of using AI in the software development pipeline

Wed, 16th Jul 2025
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application security
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ai security
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erp
AI tools boost software development speed, but security flaws in code pose serious risks to organisations, urging leaders to manage AI use carefully.
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How AI’s impact will shape cybersecurity strategies in 2024

Thu, 21st Dec 2023
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breach prevention
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llms
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ai
By understanding the security implications of AI, security teams will be well-placed to avoid the negative side effects that the technology could deliver.
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The benefits (and risks) of using AI for code development

Tue, 28th Nov 2023
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risk & compliance
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ai
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software development
It's important not to lose sight of the need to keep secure coding practices front and centre in software development - even when deploying AI tooling.
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Australia is turning a corner on security-by-design

Wed, 17th May 2023
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cybersecurity
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healthtech
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deloitte
With policymakers aligned on issues of security accountability, the focus must now turn to the practicalities of implementation.
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Why security must be a priority in the software development process

Tue, 7th Jun 2022
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application security
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devsecops
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cybersecurity
Developers prioritize new features over security, with just 14% considering it when coding, according to a report by Evans Data.
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The growing importance of establishing effective API security

Wed, 2nd Mar 2022
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api
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cloud services
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opinion
Cybercriminals have tended to focus on acquiring user credentials to maximise their ability to traverse targeted IT infrastructures.