code security

Everything Crypt Weekly has reported about code security: 2 stories, newest first. Part of our Malware & Ransomware coverage.

Vulnerabilities

Prevent Null Pointer Dereference Bugs: Code and Build Fixes

Oct 15, 2026

Compiler flags and static analysis catch most null pointer dereferences before runtime, but they miss logic errors that require defensive programming patterns.

Malware & Ransomware

Logic Bombs Explained: How Hidden Code Waits to Strike

Oct 9, 2026

A logic bomb sits dormant in your system until a specific condition triggers it, bypassing traditional defenses that scan for active threats rather than waiting for conditions.