Open source identity community OpenLiberty.org Monday announced the release of open source code to help Java developers build privacy and security features into their Web 2.0, component-based and mobile applications. OpenLiberty-J, is an implementation of privacy specifications from the Liberty Alliances Identity Web Services Framework (ID-WSF) 2.0, and gives developers tools to build applications that can validate and secure transactions. The OpenLiberty-J implementation is a sub-set of ID-WSF 2.0 specifications that includes privacy features, including the ability to have a unique identifier for each individual transaction. The unique identifiers can be tied together using Liberty-based security protocols and features discovery and other tools so users can aggregate their identifiers into a profile. The goal is to help users manage online relationships without having to sacrifice privacy. “Today’s news on one side is a call to action to get people involved and expand the features of OpenLiberty,” said Brett McDowell, executive director of the Liberty Alliance. He said the intent is to eventually get open source privacy and security specifications ramped up for .Net, PHP and Ruby developers. OpenLiberty-J provides developers with a library of open source code. The libraries only address the needs of service providers and relying parties in an identity transaction. The needs of identity providers are not addressed.OpenLiberty-J is based on Java 2 Platform, Standard Edition (J2SE), and open source XML, Security Assertion Markup Language, and Web services libraries from the Apache Software Foundation and Internet2, including the Shibboleth Project’s OpenSAML. Developers who use OpenLiberty-J will be able to test their applications against the Liberty Alliance servers, according to McDowell.OpenLiberty-J also will be included in formal Liberty Alliance interoperability testing in the Fall. OpenLiberty-J has already passed informal interoperability against the open source ZXID tools and Symlabs products that are certified Liberty Web Services interoperable.By John Fontana, Network World (US) Related content news analysis DHS unveils one common platform for reporting cyber incidents Ahead of CISA cyber incident reporting regulations, DHS issued a report on harmonizing 52 cyber incident reporting requirements, presenting a model common reporting platform that could encompass them all. By Cynthia Brumfield Sep 25, 2023 10 mins Regulation Regulation Regulation news Chinese state actors behind espionage attacks on Southeast Asian government The distinct groups of activities formed three different clusters, each attributed to a specific APT group. By Shweta Sharma Sep 25, 2023 4 mins Advanced Persistent Threats Cyberattacks feature How to pick the best endpoint detection and response solution EDR software has emerged as one of the preeminent tools in the CISO’s arsenal. Here’s what to look for and what to avoid when choosing EDR software. By Linda Rosencrance Sep 25, 2023 10 mins Intrusion Detection Software Security Monitoring Software Data and Information Security feature Top cybersecurity M&A deals for 2023 Fears of recession, rising interest rates, mass tech layoffs, and conservative spending trends are likely to make dealmakers cautious, but an ever-increasing need to defend against bigger and faster attacks will likely keep M&A activity steady in By CSO Staff Sep 22, 2023 24 mins Mergers and Acquisitions Data and Information Security IT Leadership Podcasts Videos Resources Events SUBSCRIBE TO OUR NEWSLETTER From our editors straight to your inbox Get started by entering your email address below. Please enter a valid email address Subscribe