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Open Source software poses many security issues
A
False
B
True
C
Either A or B
D
None of the above
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -Open systems aren’t inherently less secure than their proprietary counterparts, and open source code is not inherently less secure than proprietary code. Instead, Open Source Software (OSS) poses familiar cybersecurity challenges. Despite this, focusing on the security of OSS is broadly beneficial.

Detailed explanation-2: -Which of the following is true about open source software? The program can be changed and freely distributed.

Detailed explanation-3: -Open Source Security, commonly referred to as Software Composition Analysis (SCA), is a methodology to provide users better visibility into the open source inventory of their applications.

Detailed explanation-4: -Publicity of Exploits. Because OSS code is freely accessible to the public, the issues are also public and visible. Licensing Management. Acquisition Complications. Managing Code. Lack of Security Expertise. 01-Dec-2022

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