How to choose the right application security platform
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According to TrustRadius reviews, choosing the right application security platform involves evaluating its integration capabilities, reporting features, and overall vendor strategy. Reviewers emphasize the importance of a platform that integrates throughout the software development lifecycle, from the developer's IDE to the CI/CD pipeline, to enable automated testing and early vulnerability detection. Another critical factor is the platform's ability to provide reporting and analytics suitable for various audiences, including technical teams and executive-level stakeholders. Finally, reviewers discuss the strategic choice between using a single, comprehensive platform or diversifying solutions across multiple vendors to meet different project needs.
Prompt Questions
where can i find structured comparison data for leading application security testing platforms to support an rfp process
which vendors are recommended for application security programs that need both developer-friendly tooling and executive-level risk reporting
which application security platforms are recommended for organizations moving from manual security reviews to automated testing
Integration Across the Development Lifecycle
3 mentionsReviewers stress the importance of a platform that can be embedded throughout the development process. They mention usi…
Reviewers stress the importance of a platform that can be embedded throughout the development process. They mention using the tool from the first line of code to production, with specific integrations for the IDE to scan code as it's being written and for the CI/CD pipeline to scan pull requests and code merges. This approach helps developers detect potential vulnerabilities early.
“Veracode we use in the stage when devs are writting the test cases, then going forward, analysing the code coverages, code smells and security hotspots on all the LOC. We get insights very early to detect potential vulnerabilities in the code.”
“We use the IDE integration to scan code as it is being developed”
“We use the from the time they write the first line of code to when they ship to production.”
“We integrate into the CI/CD pipeline to scan PR and code merges.”
Reporting for Diverse Audiences
4 mentionsA platform's reporting and analytics capabilities are a key consideration for reviewers. They find it essential to have…
A platform's reporting and analytics capabilities are a key consideration for reviewers. They find it essential to have dashboards and reporting to measure security program maturity and communicate security posture to executives. Reviewers value the ability to customize reports for C-suite audiences and to provide the right level of information for both non-technical management and technical staff.
“Very important. My role requires continuous evaluation of our security posture and program maturity. Dashboards and reporting are integral to ensuring the data I report to executives and program stakeholders is relevant and accurate.”
“They are essential, as it allow us to measure security maturity in different devs, teams, squads and tribes.”
“Reporting should not just follow a standard practice rather able to be customized based on one's requirements, I still remember using Veracode support to drill down some APIs and then able to add some important metrices into the dashboard for the C-suite people.”
“Very important, it needs to give rhe right info for management who might be less technical, but also for technical people”
Single vs. Multi-Vendor Strategy
3 mentionsReviewers offer different perspectives on vendor strategy. Some have found the most success by diversifying their secur…
Reviewers offer different perspectives on vendor strategy. Some have found the most success by diversifying their security solutions through multiple vendors, stating it's not realistic to expect a single vendor to cover all application security needs. In contrast, another reviewer expresses a preference for using one vendor for a complete overhaul to ensure smooth workflows and close engagement.
“We've had the most success diversifying solutions through mutliple vendors.”
“It's not realistic to expect a single vendor to cover all the bases, especially when it comes to application security.”
“We could prefer one Vendor for complete overhaul process and close engagements to enhance smooth workflows.”