Worked on security remediation and dependency management within the apache/flink repository, focusing on maintaining secure and stable project dependencies. Addressed a known vulnerability by updating the jackson-mapper-asl dependency from version 1.9.13 to 1.9.14.jdk17-redhat-00001, ensuring compliance with security baselines while minimizing disruption to release schedules. Utilized XML for dependency configuration and applied security patching best practices to mitigate risks associated with outdated libraries. The work emphasized careful dependency management and prompt response to security advisories, contributing to the overall reliability of the project. No new features were introduced during this period, with efforts concentrated on bug remediation.