Caroline Wong welcomes Dennis Hurst, Founder and President of Saltworks Security, for an insightful conversation on how AI is transforming application security. With more than 30 years of experience, Dennis explains how AI acts as a force multiplier—amplifying both attacker capabilities and defender effectiveness. They explore the challenges of securing modern software development, the importance of automation in DevSecOps (especially with regards to data collection and reporting), and the risks of relying too heavily on AI without human oversight. Vibe coding = terrifying. Key takeaways highlight balancing speed, security, and trust in today’s evolving threat landscape.