Odeta Shkreli - University of Tirana, Faculty of Natural Sciences, Blvd Zogu I, Tirana 1001, Albania ORCID

Alba Como ORCID

Abstract:

As cyber threats get more advanced and complex, including security measures directly into software design, known as “secure by design”, becomes increasingly important. This study looks into whether using secure-by-design principles leads to fewer software vulnerabilities than traditional security practices applied later in development. The study assesses the practical usefulness of secure-by-design solutions in reducing vulnerability rates and improving software resilience by analysing case studies from various sectors. The research focuses on how security considerations introduced early in the software lifecycle affect long-term risk reduction, as well as the possible benefits and drawbacks of these proactive strategies. The findings seek to give insights for organizations wanting to enhance their cybersecurity posture by incorporating security at core design levels, eventually contributing to the larger discussion about best practices in secure software development.

Tenth International Scientific-Business Conference LIMEN Leadership, Innovation, Management and Economics: Integrated Politics of Research - LIMEN 2024 - International Scientific-Business Conference – LIMEN 2024: Vol 10. Conference Proceedings , December 5, 2024

Conference Proceedings published by: Association of Economists and Managers of the Balkans, Belgrade, Serbia

ISBN: 9788680194929 , ISSN: 26836149 , DOI: 10.31410/LIMEN.2024

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Suggested Citation

Shkreli, O., & Como, A. (2025). Evaluating the Effectiveness of Secure by Design in Reducing Software Vulnerabilities. International Scientific-Business Conference – LIMEN 2024: Vol 10. Conference Proceedings (pp. 139-147). Association of Economists and Managers of the Balkans, Belgrade, Serbia. https://doi.org/10.31410/LIMEN.2024.139

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