The NSA and CISA have urged developers to use programming languages that enhance memory safety to prevent security vulnerabilities. Historically, attempts to fix memory issues relied heavily on training and tools, which have proven inadequate. Memory safety vulnerabilities are not just minor nuisances; they are responsible for widespread cyberattacks, including infamous cases like Heartbleed and BadAlloc. Studies show alarming statistics: over 60% of Apple's software flaws and 75% of analyzed hacks exploit memory-related bugs. The call is for foundational security through 'safe' programming languages to prevent future disasters.
Memory safety vulnerabilities are a pervasive issue in software development, leading to significant security flaws; the NSA and CISA advise adopting safer programming languages to mitigate these risks.
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