IDC PlanScape: Validation of Open Source Software Sources

This IDC PlanScape looks into the security aspect that enterprises should take into account when evaluating open source software sources used in their in-house projects."While there is no way to guarantee that open source code (or any code, for that matter) will be free of security vulnerabilities and risks, these practices can help enterprises make informed decisions that allow them to maximize their ability to benefit from open source software while minimizing the potential security risks it poses," says Christopher Tozzi, adjunct research advisor with IDC's IT Executive Programs (IEP).