What is SAST (Static Application Security Testing)

Security Testing & Tools 115 chapters

Table of Contents

  1. Understanding SAST Technology
  2. How SAST Identifies Vulnerabilities
  3. SAST Implementation Models
  4. Advantages of SAST
  5. Limitations and Challenges
  6. Best Practices for SAST Implementation
  7. SAST in Modern Development Practices
  8. Measuring SAST Effectiveness
  9. The Future of SAST
  10. Understanding DAST Technology
  11. How DAST Discovers Runtime Vulnerabilities
  12. DAST Testing Methodologies
  13. Types of Applications DAST Can Test
  14. Advantages of DAST
  15. Limitations and Challenges
  16. Best Practices for DAST Implementation
  17. DAST in CI/CD Pipelines
  18. Advanced DAST Techniques
  19. Measuring DAST Effectiveness
  20. The Future of DAST
  21. Understanding IAST Technology
  22. How IAST Detects Vulnerabilities
  23. IAST Deployment Models
  24. Advantages of IAST
  25. IAST in Different Testing Scenarios
  26. Performance Considerations
  27. IAST Implementation Best Practices
  28. IAST for Modern Architectures
  29. Measuring IAST Effectiveness
  30. Challenges and Limitations
  31. The Future of IAST
  32. Fundamental Differences in Approach
  33. Vulnerability Detection Capabilities
  34. False Positive Analysis
  35. Performance and Resource Considerations
  36. Integration Points in Development Workflows
  37. Choosing Between SAST and DAST
  38. Practical Implementation Strategies
  39. Complementary Use Cases
  40. Making the Decision
  41. Understanding Runtime Testing Evolution
  42. Architectural Differences
  43. Detection Methodology Comparison
  44. Coverage and Accuracy Analysis
  45. Performance Impact Considerations
  46. Integration and Deployment Models
  47. Use Case Optimization
  48. Cost-Benefit Analysis
  49. Decision Framework
  50. Future Convergence
  51. The Philosophical Divide
  52. Technical Architecture Comparison
  53. Vulnerability Detection Mechanisms
  54. Accuracy and False Positive Analysis
  55. Development Integration Patterns
  56. Performance and Scalability Considerations
  57. Use Case Alignment
  58. Cost and Resource Analysis
  59. Strategic Implementation Guidance
  60. The Convergence Trend
  61. Understanding Your Application Landscape
  62. Assessing Development Practices
  63. Evaluating Security Requirements
  64. Resource Availability Analysis
  65. Integration Capability Assessment
  66. Performance Impact Evaluation
  67. Decision Framework Application
  68. Common Selection Patterns
  69. Making the Decision
  70. Planning Your SAST Implementation
  71. Selecting the Right SAST Solution
  72. Pipeline Integration Strategies
  73. Configuring Rules and Policies
  74. Managing False Positives
  75. Scaling Across the Organization
  76. Automation and Orchestration
  77. Measuring Success and Optimization
  78. Common Pitfalls and Solutions
  79. Understanding the DAST Tool Landscape
  80. Top DAST Tools Analysis
  81. Cloud-Based DAST Solutions
  82. Implementation Planning and Preparation
  83. Authentication and Session Management
  84. Scan Configuration and Optimization
  85. Integration with Development Workflows
  86. Managing False Positives and Noise
  87. Scaling DAST Across the Enterprise
  88. Continuous Improvement
  89. Understanding IAST Architecture for Integration
  90. Pre-Implementation Assessment
  91. Deployment Models and Strategies
  92. Environment-Specific Implementation
  93. Integration with Testing Frameworks
  94. Performance Tuning and Optimization
  95. Managing IAST Findings
  96. Scaling IAST Across Applications
  97. Troubleshooting Common Issues
  98. Best Practices for Long-Term Success
  99. The Synergy of Combined Testing
  100. Designing an Integrated Testing Strategy
  101. Technology Stack Considerations
  102. Correlation and Deduplication
  103. Workflow Orchestration
  104. Unified Reporting and Analytics
  105. Team Structure and Responsibilities
  106. Maturity Model for Combined Testing
  107. Common Pitfalls and Solutions
  108. Understanding the True Cost of Security Tools
  109. Quantifying Security Testing Benefits
  110. Productivity and Efficiency Gains
  111. Risk Reduction and Business Value
  112. Comparative Cost Analysis
  113. Building the Business Case
  114. Optimizing Tool Investments
  115. Long-Term Financial Planning