S4E11: John Speed Meyers

In this episode, Chris Hughes sits down with John Speed Meyers, a public policy researcher with a focus on software supply chain security, data science, and cybersecurity. They explore the evolving challenges in software supply chain security, the role of open source software, and how frameworks like SBOM (Software Bill of Materials) and SALSA are helping shape security practices in the industry. John shares insights on current research, the importance of understanding vulnerabilities, and the potential impacts of policy on security practices.

Key Highlights:

• The importance of open source software in supply chain security and its unique challenges

• Insights into SBOM (Software Bill of Materials) and its adoption in the industry

• The role of SALSA (Supply Chain Levels for Software Artifacts) as a framework for supply chain security

• Understanding vulnerability management and the challenges of container security

• Bridging the gap between academic research and practical cybersecurity solutions

• The evolving landscape of data science in cybersecurity and its real-world applications