OWASP Global AppSec EU 2026 Vienna

Are you looking to strengthen your organization’s software assurance program, prove compliance with industry frameworks, or simply level up your AppSec game? Join OWASP project leaders Sebastien and Aram for an engaging introduction and the latest updates on OWASP Software Assurance Maturity Model (SAMM) — the open, community-driven standard for building and measuring software security practices.

This session will highlight how SAMM helps organizations jumpstart, assess, and accelerate their software assurance roadmap, with practical takeaways you can apply right away:

• Tools and Assessment Guidance – Learn about the growing ecosystem of SAMM tools and the latest assessment techniques that make measuring and improving your maturity more approachable than ever.
• Framework Mapping – See how SAMM connects with industry standards like the NIST Secure Software Development Framework (SSDF) and OpenCRE, helping you demonstrate compliance and align with external requirements while maintaining a developer-friendly approach.
• Benchmarking with Peers – Discover the OWASP SAMM Benchmark, which allows organizations to compare their security practices against peers and industry trends anonymously—helping you spot strengths, identify gaps, and track progress over time.

Whether you’re new to SAMM or already using it, you’ll gain actionable strategies, practical insights, and a clear roadmap to achieving security excellence.