Secure Logging Practices: Protecting Sensitive Information in Python Applications

Explore the critical importance of log safety in software development through this 24-minute conference talk from EuroPython 2024. Gain insights from a developer's transition to a security research team, uncovering the often-overlooked dangers of exposing sensitive information in application logs. Learn about common mistakes that can lead to data breaches and financial losses. Discover practical patterns for safeguarding sensitive data in Python applications, including techniques for identifying and redacting confidential information before it reaches log files. Equip yourself with essential knowledge and tools to protect your applications from accidental disclosure of sensitive data and enhance overall code security.

logger.info(f"Don't Give all your {secrets} away") — Tamar Galer