Static Application Security Testing
Static Application Security Testing refers to the process of analyzing and testing software applications for security vulnerabilities without actually executing the program. This type of testing is typically conducted during the development phase of an application to identify and address potential security weaknesses in the code. Static Application Security Testing tools scan the source code or binary code of an application to detect issues such as SQL injection, cross-site scripting, and other common security flaws. This proactive approach helps developers identify and fix security vulnerabilities early in the development lifecycle, reducing the risk of exploitation by malicious actors.