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Open Source AMA: Ask Me Anything in the FOSS Universe

BlackHat USA 2025

2025/08/06

Open Source AMA: Ask Me Anything in the FOSS Universe

Stephanie Domas | Chief Information Security Officer (CISO), Canonical
Anant Shrivastava | Founder, Cyfinoid Research
Christopher Robinson | Chief Security Architect, OpenSSF/The Linux Foundation

Date: Wednesday, August 6 | 3:00pm-4:00pm ( Lagoon G, Level 2 )

Pass Type: Briefings, Business Hall, Trainings

Track: Community Conversations

Got burning questions about open source? This is your power hour! You’ll gain access to open source thought leaders with unique viewpoints in the following areas:

-How to get involved in Open Source with Christopher Robinson: Where to start, working groups, resources, foundations
-Enterprise usage of Open Source with Stephanie Domas: How to responsibly use open source in enterprise settings
-Security research on Open Source Projects with Anant Shrivastava: Topics: Finding vulnerabilities in OSS, disclosure ethics, bug bounty vs disclosure

You can hop between expert tables to learn more or deep-dive into specific challenges you’ve encountered. Whether you’re a seasoned open source contributor, or new and looking to get involved, our experts have been there. Bring your toughest questions—this is the no-holds-barred open source security session you’ve been waiting for!