Connectivity has transformed the mindset of embedded system developers by expanding the scope of what their creations can achieve. It has shifted the focus from standalone devices to interconnected systems, leading to considerations of interoperability, data utilization, remote capabilities, user experience – and, particularly, security.

Taint analysis plays a crucial role in enhancing the security posture of embedded software systems. It helps developers and security professionals to identify and address potential vulnerabilities related to the handling of sensitive or untrusted data. As an integral part of secure coding practice, it is an important component in the development of resilient and robust embedded software applications.

This webinar will discuss taint analysis in the context of a structured software development environment, relating it to established secure- and safety- critical applications alike. The discussion will explain how both of those considerations can be addressed concurrently in a development lifecycle. The presentation will conclude by discussing appropriate tooling designed to achieve those aims.