The OpenSSL Foundation marked the first anniversary of Cisco’s three-year Premier Sponsor commitment, signed in August 2025 to give the project long-term funding for ongoing security work. The sponsorship funds a new full-time software engineer at the foundation plus part-time support from an engineer seconded by Cisco, addressing what the foundation called its top priority after the OpenSSL project’s organizational reform.
One Year Later: How Cisco's Support Fueled OpenSSL Foundation's Mission
The OpenSSL Foundation marked the first anniversary of Cisco's three-year Premier Sponsor commitment, signed in August 2025 to give the project long-term funding for ongoing security work. The sponsorship funds a new full-time software engineer at the foundation plus part-time support from an engineer seconded by Cisco, addressing what the foundation called its top priority after the OpenSSL project's organizational reform.
Source: Openssl