How digital DNA can identify developers from their code [Q&A]

Recent high-profile attacks have placed increased emphasis on the software supply chain and the need to understand where code has originated. A developer's coding style is as unique as their fingerprint and, thanks to artificial intelligence, it’s possible to identify an author based on a short code segment. Felix Mächtle, a researcher at the University of Lübeck and member of the AI Grid research network, has developed a tool that does just that. We spoke to him to learn more. BN: Why is it so important to be able to identify the origin of code changes? FM: Securing critical infrastructure… [Continue Reading]