eSecurity Planet

MARCH 9, 2023

To examine this broad spectrum of assets and connections, these organizations need multi-faceted tools, or a vendor that can supply integrated tools that support complex workflows and larger teams for vulnerability management, remediation, and related tasks. For application scanning, Fortra offers three solutions.

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CyberSecurity Insiders

SEPTEMBER 30, 2021

Eliminating vulnerabilities at the stage of application development significantly reduces information security risks. To search for vulnerabilities in the applications to be developed, there are specific classes of tools, the markets of which are now growing rapidly. What is SAST? Support a wide variety of programming languages.

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NopSec

MARCH 14, 2023

Under the umbrella of risked-based vulnerability management (RBVM) live a host of tools who’s applications correspond to various stages of the vulnerability management lifecycle. Vulnerability assessment scanners discover the vulnerabilities in your environment.

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Veracode Security

JANUARY 5, 2021

In our first blog, Nature vs. Nurture Tip 1: Use DAST With SAST , we explored how organizations that combine DAST with SAST address 50 percent of their open security findings almost 25 days faster than organizations that only use SAST. SCA inspects open source code for vulnerabilities. What is SCA and why is it important?

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eSecurity Planet

FEBRUARY 8, 2021

Netsparker is a tool for scanning a business’s web applications and verifying vulnerabilities as they are detected. As hacking becomes more common each day, dynamic application security tools (DASTs) like Netsparker are becoming essential in preventing malicious attacks. . About Netsparker. Netsparker plans.

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ForAllSecure

NOVEMBER 11, 2020

“The application security process is complex as there are multiple users involved throughout the vulnerability management process. We’ve spent considerable time assessing the proper balance and prioritization of data that will speak to the various users involved -- ranging from security to development to operations.”

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ForAllSecure

NOVEMBER 11, 2020

“The application security process is complex as there are multiple users involved throughout the vulnerability management process. We’ve spent considerable time assessing the proper balance and prioritization of data that will speak to the various users involved -- ranging from security to development to operations.”

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eSecurity Planet

FEBRUARY 13, 2023

Web application scanners test your websites and web-facing apps for vulnerabilities. These tests typically use vulnerability scanners. Regularly test your site for vulnerabilities. Vulnerabilities in these components can leave an application vulnerable to attacks and put partners at risk in the process.

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ForAllSecure

NOVEMBER 11, 2020

“The application security process is complex as there are multiple users involved throughout the vulnerability management process. We’ve spent considerable time assessing the proper balance and prioritization of data that will speak to the various users involved -- ranging from security to development to operations.”

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SiteLock

AUGUST 27, 2021

Website security is unique because, while it can be used in tandem with other cybersecurity solutions, it is the only type of cybersecurity solution that can actually protect a website from malicious threats, such as malware and vulnerabilities. As a result of this misconception, a majority of websites remain vulnerable to cybercriminals.

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ForAllSecure

MAY 30, 2023

Why DAST tools? SCA and SBOM are useful for finding potential vulnerabilities in third-party code, but they only detect known vulnerabilities and have limitations in identifying unknown vulnerabilities. SAST tools can find potential vulnerabilities in your own code but cannot confirm their existence.

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NopSec

AUGUST 23, 2022

So far, we’ve looked at assets and their vulnerabilities. If you pick it apart, you can see that risk is the result of vulnerabilities and threats. The answer, then, is to combine the knowledge a team has about its own vulnerabilities and threats that may take advantage of those vulnerabilities.

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Security Boulevard

JANUARY 18, 2022

The balance of power is overwhelmingly tipped in the favor of threat actors when most apps are vulnerable and many businesses cannot acquire security experts. The value of catching vulnerabilities early in the application development process cannot be overstated. Release Phase.

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ForAllSecure

FEBRUARY 9, 2022

When it comes to vulnerability scanning, there are different types of scans that can be performed, and each has its benefits and drawbacks. Vulnerability scanning is an important part of security as it can help organizations identify and fix vulnerabilities before they can be exploited by attackers. Types of Vulnerability Scans.

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ForAllSecure

MAY 9, 2023

Not only are they the architects of code, but they also serve as its guardians, tasked with identifying and rectifying potential security vulnerabilities. For instance, imagine a security tool flags a potential SQL Injection vulnerability in the code. And this is all for only one vulnerability.

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IT Security Guru

APRIL 6, 2021

Together, these differences keep DevOps and security apart, a reality which costs more time and effort when vulnerabilities inevitably arise after a piece of software has already rolled out. They all uphold the three-step DevOps process—design, code and deploy—but they don’t all scan for potential vulnerability issues.

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ForAllSecure

APRIL 27, 2023

It wasn’t long before security followed, with DevSecOps now shorthand for modern application security—and everything from SAST, DAST and SCA shoehorned into developers’ toolchains and workflows. Automation is a cornerstone of both the DevOps and DevSecOps process.

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Security Boulevard

NOVEMBER 9, 2021

The project includes a web app that contains thousands of CWE-mapped vulnerabilities. Devs can run SAST, DAST, and IAST tools on the app to determine how well each detects problems. offers an intelligent SCA tool that scans your third-party components for vulnerabilities. Juice Shop Non-Secure App.

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Zigrin Security

MARCH 29, 2023

Vulnerability Scanning of CakePHP Applications If you want to perform vulnerability scanning of your CakePHP-based web application, you have to make sure to correctly configure your scanner. Otherwise, it won’t be effective and you will get a false sense of security because it won’t find web application vulnerabilities.

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NetSpi Executives

APRIL 27, 2024

Penetration testing , also called pentesting or pen test , is a cybersecurity exercise in which a security testing expert, called a pentester, identifies and verifies real-world vulnerabilities by simulating the actions of a skilled threat actor determined to gain privileged access to an IT system or application.

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eSecurity Planet

JULY 19, 2023

StackHawk Best for developer teams StackHawk is a dynamic application security testing ( DAST ) tool designed specifically for modern teams that deploy software daily. It uses modern DAST methodology and AI to emulate real hacker actions, providing a deep understanding of potential compromises in your web applications and APIs.

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eSecurity Planet

MARCH 17, 2022

The top DevSecOps vendors offer a comprehensive suite of application security testing tools, including static application security testing (SAST), dynamic and interactive analysis testing (DAST and IAST), and software composition analysis (SCA). Checkmarx Features. Contrast Security Features. Invicti Security. Micro Focus CyberRes Fortify.

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eSecurity Planet

MARCH 9, 2023

For budget-constrained organizations with high technical capabilities, Open Source Vulnerability Scanning tools can provide low-cost options for organizations of all sizes. ManageEngine Vulnerability Manager Plus: Best for SMB with Under 25 Devices ManageEngine offers a wide variety of identity, security, and IT management solutions.

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eSecurity Planet

MARCH 9, 2023

Website and application developers need vulnerability scanning tools to test compiled and uncompiled code for known vulnerabilities. Most DevOps teams will make purchasing decisions for vulnerability scanners based upon deployment flexibility, scanning speed, scanning accuracy, connections to other tools, and, of course, price.

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Appknox

MARCH 17, 2021

Companies with a presence on the internet and widespread networks are increasingly being targeted by malicious code writers. There’s ample evidence to suggest hackers and Advanced Persistent Threat (APT) groups routinely run campaigns trying to snare employees, contractors, etc. to steal data or hold it for ransom.

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Appknox

MAY 22, 2023

As technology progresses and mobile devices become ubiquitous, a remarkably large number of people worldwide are now using smartphones. In fact, current estimates show that 6.8 billion users rely on their phones for an array of activities; but most significantly – 88% is dedicated to app usage!

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NopSec

FEBRUARY 1, 2023

If you’re new to cybersecurity technology or looking to mature your program you’ll quickly come across vulnerability prioritization tools in your research. What are vulnerability prioritization tools and what do they do? These tools are supplemental tools to traditional vulnerability assessment scanners.

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eSecurity Planet

SEPTEMBER 8, 2023

Apps are protected from unauthorized access, data breaches, and other unwanted actions thanks to proactive defenses that prevent and mitigate vulnerabilities, misconfigurations, and other security weaknesses. By constructing APIs thoughtfully, vulnerabilities are minimized, protecting against accidental data leaks.

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NopSec

JANUARY 31, 2023

The Problem with Vulnerability Assessment Scanners If you’re reading this post, chances are you’re looking to take the next step in improving your Vulnerability Management program. At their core, scanners do one thing – identify vulnerabilities. This is just the first step in the vulnerability management lifecycle.

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ForAllSecure

JANUARY 21, 2021

Vulnerability analysis rarely ends with a single assessment. Therefore, clients are required to book additional assessments for validating fixes. However, because DAST does not require access to source code, these solutions have little understanding of their coverage. Regression testing. Protocol Fuzzing.

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ForAllSecure

JANUARY 21, 2021

Vulnerability analysis rarely ends with a single assessment. Therefore, clients are required to book additional assessments for validating fixes. However, because DAST does not require access to source code, these solutions have little understanding of their coverage. Regression testing. Protocol Fuzzing.

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ForAllSecure

MAY 27, 2021

Whether you’re researching SAST, DAST, SCA, RASP, one thing is for certain: eventually it all starts to blur into a game of anagram. Rumsfeld leveraged the Johari window to assess US relations with themselves and others. When aligned with the types of vulnerabilities, the chart looks as follows: Known to Self.

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ForAllSecure

MAY 27, 2021

Whether you’re researching SAST, DAST, SCA, RASP, one thing is for certain: eventually it all starts to blur into a game of anagram. Rumsfeld leveraged the Johari window to assess US relations with themselves and others. When aligned with the types of vulnerabilities, the chart looks as follows: Known to Self.

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ForAllSecure

AUGUST 12, 2019

For years, we've been researching ways we can better identify exploitable vulnerabilities in software. Part of what the CGC challenged us to do is not only identify vulnerabilities, but repair them. They didn't run Checkmarx or Coverity to find new vulnerabilities. David Brumley : 07:46 Then, they fixed the vulnerability.

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ForAllSecure

AUGUST 12, 2019

For years, we've been researching ways we can better identify exploitable vulnerabilities in software. Part of what the CGC challenged us to do is not only identify vulnerabilities, but repair them. They didn't run Checkmarx or Coverity to find new vulnerabilities. David Brumley : 07:46 Then, they fixed the vulnerability.

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ForAllSecure

AUGUST 12, 2019

For years, we've been researching ways we can better identify exploitable vulnerabilities in software. Part of what the CGC challenged us to do is not only identify vulnerabilities, but repair them. They didn't run Checkmarx or Coverity to find new vulnerabilities. David Brumley : 07:46 Then, they fixed the vulnerability.

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