
Why You Should Sometimes Ignore Security Best Practices (With Caution)
The Paradox of Security Best Practices In the world of software development, security best practices are often touted as the holy grail of safeguarding your applications and data. And for good reason – embedding security into every stage of the software development lifecycle (SDLC) can significantly reduce vulnerabilities, compliance issues, and the dreaded data breaches that can tarnish your reputation and drain your wallet[1][4]. However, there’s a subtle yet important nuance to consider: sometimes, adhering strictly to security best practices can be counterproductive....