#Veracode

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Veracode obtiene la patente para su herramienta de reparación con tecnología de IA, Veracode Fix

Veracode, líder internacional en gestión de riesgos de aplicaciones, ha anunciado hoy que ha obtenido una patente de Estados Unidos para su herramienta de seguridad de inteligencia artificial generativa, Veracode Fix. Esta tecnología basada en IA ayuda a los desarrolladores a corregir vulnerabilidades al instante en 11 idiomas y en todos los entornos integrados, lo que contribuye a fortalecer la seguridad de las organizaciones.

Al automatizar el proceso de corrección, Veracode Fix permite a las organizaciones acelerar la innovación y el crecimiento al corregir sin problemas las vulnerabilidades a lo largo del ciclo de vida de desarrollo del software. Lanzada en abril de 2023, esta solución fue la primera en combinar inteligencia artificial y experiencia humana para automatizar las sugerencias de corrección de fallos de seguridad del código.

«Se trata de un logro importante para Veracode», dijo Tim Jarrett, vicepresidente del grupo de gestión de productos. «La patente Veracode Fix confirma nuestro compromiso inquebrantable con los clientes de ofrecer soluciones de seguridad innovadoras que ayuden a las organizaciones a administrar y remediar el riesgo de las aplicaciones a escala».

Innovación en seguridad del software e impacto en el cliente

Esta patente (US12229040B2) se enfrenta al importante reto de remediar los riesgos en entornos de aplicaciones complejos. Mediante la aplicación de un amplio conocimiento de las vulnerabilidades del código y la inteligencia basada en IA, Veracode permite a las organizaciones:

Reducir proactivamente su superficie de ataque

Acelerar la corrección de vulnerabilidades

Mejorar la eficacia operativa

Ofrecer aplicaciones seguras con más confianza

Una empresa líder en servicios financieros señaló: «la patente de Veracode Fix supone un merecido reconocimiento a la innovadora tecnología de reparación de seguridad. Como usuarios a largo plazo, hemos sido testigos de lo valiosa que es esta solución para nuestro ecosistema de desarrollo, ya que permite a nuestros equipos solucionar 16 veces más vulnerabilidades al triple de velocidad. Más allá de simplemente reducir los ciclos de corrección, Veracode Fix ha capacitado a nuestro personal de desarrollo para incorporar de forma natural prácticas de seguridad en sus flujos de trabajo diarios y reducir significativamente nuestro riesgo. Nuestra más sincera enhorabuena a todo el equipo por su éxito».

Veracode Fix fue desarrollado por expertos en seguridad de aplicaciones de prestigio internacional, que reconocieron muy pronto el potencial de la tecnología Generative Pre-trained Transformer (GPT), un tipo de modelo de lenguaje grande (LLM) que emplea el aprendizaje profundo para producir contenido similar al humano, para revolucionar la seguridad del software. La herramienta se entrena con la base de conocimientos patentada de Veracode mediante aprendizaje supervisado, a diferencia de otras herramientas de IA que se entrenan con código poco seguro «a lo salvaje».

Para celebrar este logro, Veracode ofrece una prueba de Veracode Fix sin coste inicial. Para obtener más información, incluyendo los requisitos de acceso, la duración y las condiciones del servicio, póngase en contacto con un representante de Veracode.

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In an age where software applications are constantly under threat from cyberattacks, application security testing has become a critical element of the software development lifecycle. As businesses increasingly move their operations online, ensuring that applications are secure from vulnerabilities is no longer optional—it’s essential.

Application security testing (AST) is a process of evaluating applications for security flaws and vulnerabilities that may be exploited by attackers. A successful testing strategy helps protect sensitive data, prevent system breaches, and maintain customer trust.

Here are the best practices for application security testing in 2025 that every developer, tester, and security professional should follow.

1. Shift Security Left in the SDLC

One of the most widely accepted best practices is to shift security left, meaning security checks should be integrated early in the development process—starting from the requirements and design phases. Detecting vulnerabilities during development is far cheaper and faster than fixing them post-release.

By embedding security into DevOps pipelines (DevSecOps), organizations can automate tests and continuously monitor code throughout the lifecycle.

2. Use a Multi-Layered Testing Approach

No single tool or method can uncover all security issues. For thorough coverage, combine the following:

SAST (Static Application Security Testing): Examines source code or binaries without running the program. Great for early-stage vulnerability detection.

DAST (Dynamic Application Security Testing): Simulates attacks on running applications to find vulnerabilities in real-time environments.

IAST (Interactive Application Security Testing): Blends elements of both SAST and DAST, providing deeper insights during runtime.

Using multiple layers of testing ensures better detection of known and unknown security issues.

3. Automate Testing in CI/CD Pipelines

Incorporating security testing into CI/CD pipelines ensures that every code commit is automatically scanned for vulnerabilities. Tools like SonarQube, Veracode, and Checkmarx offer integration with modern DevOps platforms.

Automation helps maintain speed in delivery without compromising on security, making it an ideal solution for agile teams working in fast-paced environments.

4. Perform Regular Manual Code Reviews

While automation is powerful, it’s not enough. Many security flaws—especially logic errors and business logic vulnerabilities—can only be found through manual code reviews. Encourage developers to peer-review each other's code with a security mindset.

Manual reviews are also an opportunity to mentor junior developers on secure coding practices and encourage a culture of security awareness.

5. Stay Updated with OWASP Top 10

The OWASP Top 10 is a valuable resource that lists the most common and critical web application security risks, such as:

Injection flaws (e.g., SQL, OS)

Broken authentication

Security misconfiguration

Cross-site scripting (XSS)

Ensure your security testing covers these categories and update tools/rulesets regularly to align with the latest threats.

6. Conduct Regular Penetration Testing

Penetration testing simulates real-world attacks on your applications to discover vulnerabilities that automated tools might miss. These tests can be done internally or outsourced to ethical hackers. They provide an external perspective and uncover risks that could otherwise remain hidden.

It’s a best practice to conduct penetration tests before every major release or after any significant system change.

7. Secure Third-Party Components

Applications often rely on third-party libraries, APIs, and open-source components. These can be easy entry points for attackers if not properly vetted.

Use Software Composition Analysis (SCA) tools like Snyk or WhiteSource to detect vulnerabilities in third-party packages and ensure they’re updated regularly.

8. Train Your Developers on Secure Coding

Security is not just the responsibility of testers or security teams. Developers should be trained in secure coding principles such as input validation, error handling, and access control.

Organizations should provide regular security awareness training, workshops, and coding challenges to help developers write secure code from the beginning.

9. Threat Modeling Before Testing

Before running any tests, engage in threat modeling to map out potential attack vectors, data flows, and system components that could be exploited. This proactive approach helps focus testing efforts on high-risk areas and improves overall security posture.

Tools like Microsoft’s Threat Modeling Tool can guide this process efficiently.

10. Track, Remediate, and Retest

Finding vulnerabilities is only part of the job. The real value comes in fixing and retesting them. Establish a clear workflow for:

Logging and prioritizing issues

Assigning them to developers

Retesting after remediation

Security issues should never sit unresolved or be dismissed as “not a concern.��� A mature AST program ensures that remediation is timely and well-documented.

🔚 Conclusion

Application security testing is an ongoing process that evolves with each new threat. By following these best practices—shifting left, using layered testing, combining automation with manual reviews, and educating your teams—you can reduce your application’s risk surface dramatically.

Security is not a one-time task but a continuous commitment to protecting users, data, and systems. Make it an integral part of your development culture.

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Types of Mobile Application Testing You Shouldn’t Ignore

Mobile applications are no longer just an extension of your business—they are your business. But delivering a smooth, secure, and seamless mobile experience is anything but simple. In our last blog, we dove into the Top 10 Mobile Application Testing Challenges, uncovering the critical roadblocks QA teams face. Today, we take that conversation forward—not with problems, but with solutions.

In this guide, we’ll walk you through the types of mobile testing every QA strategy must cover—from functional to non-functional testing layers. Whether you're launching a mobile banking app or a fitness tracker, understanding these testing types isn't optional—it’s mission-critical.

Let’s break it down.

1. Functional Testing – Ensuring Core Features Work

Functional testing validates what the app is supposed to do. From login workflows to payment processing, this is where testers ensure the app behaves as expected across different devices and OS versions.

Key Checks:

User authentication

Input validations

Data synchronization

Business logic rules

Tools: ✅ Appium, Espresso, XCUITest, TestComplete

2. UI/UX Testing – Validating the Experience, Not Just the Interface

Functional correctness alone doesn’t win user loyalty—intuitive design and responsive UI do. UI/UX testing ensures visual consistency, layout alignment, touch responsiveness, and seamless navigation.

Key Focus Areas:

Usability across screen sizes

Consistent design patterns

Accessibility and responsiveness

Tools: ✅ Applitools, TestFairy, Kobiton, Selenium (mobile view)

3. Performance Testing – Apps That Don’t Lag Under Pressure

Nobody tolerates sluggish apps. Performance testing checks how your app behaves under real-world loads—fast, stable, and resource-efficient.

Performance Metrics:

Load time and response time

CPU, memory, and battery consumption

App start-up time under stress

Tools: ✅ JMeter, Firebase Performance Monitoring, Gatling, k6

4. Security Testing – Fortifying Mobile Data and Access

With rising data breaches, security testing is non-negotiable. This type focuses on identifying vulnerabilities, encryption weaknesses, and authorization flaws.

Key Validations:

Secure data storage and transmission

Authentication and session management

Protection against reverse engineering

Tools: ✅ OWASP ZAP, MobSF, Burp Suite, Veracode Mobile

5. Compatibility Testing – One App, Many Environments

Your app needs to behave consistently across a jungle of devices, screen sizes, and OS versions. Compatibility testing ensures seamless operation on this fragmented landscape.

Test Areas:

OS version compatibility (iOS/Android)

Screen resolution and form factor

Hardware-level behaviors (camera, sensors)

Tools: ✅ BrowserStack, Sauce Labs, Kobiton, AWS Device Farm

6. Localization Testing – Speak the User’s Language

If your app serves a global user base, localization testing ensures language, region, currency, and cultural elements are spot-on.

Checks Include:

Accurate translation and formatting

Layout adjustments for right-to-left languages

Region-specific compliance

Tools: ✅ Globalyzer, Applanga, Phrase, Lokalise

7. Installation & Update Testing – Seamless Delivery Across the Lifecycle

A good app experience starts even before launch. Installation testing validates how your app is downloaded, installed, updated, and uninstalled across environments.

Must-Test Scenarios:

Clean install and reinstall

Incremental and forced updates

Error handling during network disruptions

Tools: ✅ ADB (Android Debug Bridge), Fastlane, Firebase Test Lab

8. Non-Functional Testing – The Often-Ignored Backbone

Beyond functional testing lies a category many teams overlook—non-functional testing, which includes performance, usability, scalability, recovery, and more.

Why It Matters: These tests define how the app behaves under the hood. Even if your app works, poor memory usage, slow load, or awkward recovery from a crash can lead to uninstalls and bad reviews.

Conclusion: Covering All Bases with a Strategic Mindset

Every type of mobile application testing—from functional vs non-functional to UX and localization—plays a distinct role in ensuring product quality. Ignoring even one can cost you user trust and business impact. Mature testing is not about checking boxes—it’s about thinking holistically.

At Testrig Technologies, we specialize in delivering end-to-end mobile application testing services that go beyond surface-level validations. Whether you're just launching or scaling across global markets, we help ensure your mobile app performs flawlessly across every user touchpoint.

Ready to Test Smarter?

Let our mobile QA experts help. Contact a top mobile automation testing company to schedule a free consultation.

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Senior Technical Product Manager Looking for an innovative, high-growth company in one of the hottest segments of the security market?  Look no further than Veracode!  Veracode is recognized as a premier provider of SaaS-based application security solutions, transforming the way companies secure applications in today’s software driven world. We provide our customers with a solid foundation on…

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𝗔𝗿𝗲 𝘆𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗺𝗼𝗯𝗶𝗹𝗲 𝗮𝗽𝗽𝘀 𝘀𝗲𝗰𝘂𝗿𝗲 𝗲𝗻𝗼𝘂𝗴𝗵 𝘁𝗼 𝘀𝘂𝗿𝘃𝗶𝘃𝗲 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗻𝗲𝘅𝘁 𝗰𝘆𝗯𝗲𝗿 𝘁𝗵𝗿𝗲𝗮𝘁?

𝗪𝗶𝘁𝗵 𝗺𝗼𝗯𝗶𝗹𝗲 𝗮𝗽𝗽𝗹𝗶𝗰𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝘀 𝗯𝗲𝗰𝗼𝗺𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗯𝗮𝗰𝗸𝗯𝗼𝗻𝗲 𝗼𝗳 𝗱𝗶𝗴𝗶𝘁𝗮𝗹 𝗯𝘂𝘀𝗶𝗻𝗲𝘀𝘀𝗲𝘀, 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗱𝗲𝗺𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝗠𝗼𝗯𝗶𝗹𝗲 𝗔𝗽𝗽𝗹𝗶𝗰𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗦𝗲𝗰𝘂𝗿𝗶𝘁𝘆 𝗧𝗲𝘀𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗠𝗮𝗿𝗸𝗲𝘁 𝗶𝘀 𝗻𝗼𝘁 𝗷𝘂𝘀𝘁 𝗿𝗶𝘀𝗶𝗻𝗴 — 𝗶𝘁'𝘀 𝗲𝘅𝗽𝗹𝗼𝗱𝗶𝗻𝗴.

𝗗𝗼𝘄𝗻𝗹𝗼𝗮𝗱 𝗙𝗥𝗘𝗘 𝗦𝗮𝗺𝗽𝗹𝗲

𝗗𝗶𝗱 𝘆𝗼𝘂 𝗸𝗻𝗼𝘄?

The 𝗠𝗼𝗯𝗶𝗹𝗲 𝗔𝗽𝗽𝗹𝗶𝗰𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗦𝗲𝗰𝘂𝗿𝗶𝘁𝘆 𝗧𝗲𝘀𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗠𝗮𝗿𝗸𝗲𝘁 is fueled by the relentless rise in mobile transactions, remote work, and app-based business models.

From FinTech to HealthTech, every sector is exposed. Businesses are racing to implement end-to-end security protocols — and MAST solutions are now considered non-negotiable.

𝗞𝗲𝘆 𝗣𝗹𝗮𝘆𝗲𝗿𝘀 : Synopsys, Checkmarx, Veracode, Open Text Corporation, Rapid7, NowSecure, AppSealing and others.

𝗪𝗵𝘆 𝘁𝗵𝗶𝘀 𝗺𝗮𝘁𝘁𝗲𝗿𝘀 𝘁𝗼 𝗶𝗻𝘃𝗲𝘀𝘁𝗼𝗿𝘀:

A surge in cyberattacks is driving mandatory security compliance across industries.

Enterprises are increasing security budgets faster than ever before.

Startups in mobile app security are being acquired at premium valuations.

The market is shifting from reactive to proactive security-first development — and that's opening floodgates for innovation and ROI.

𝗜𝗳 𝘆𝗼𝘂’𝗿𝗲 𝘀𝗰𝗼𝘂𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝘆𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗻𝗲𝘅𝘁 𝗵𝗶𝗴𝗵-𝗴𝗿𝗼𝘄𝘁𝗵 𝗶𝗻𝘃𝗲𝘀𝘁𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁 𝗼𝗽𝗽𝗼𝗿𝘁𝘂𝗻𝗶𝘁𝘆, 𝗠𝗔𝗦𝗧 𝗶𝘀𝗻’𝘁 𝗷𝘂𝘀𝘁 𝗮 𝘁𝗿𝗲𝗻𝗱 — 𝗶𝘁’𝘀 𝗯𝗲𝗰𝗼𝗺𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗮 𝗰𝗼𝗿𝗲 𝗽𝗶𝗹𝗹𝗮𝗿 𝗼𝗳 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗺𝗼𝗯𝗶𝗹𝗲 𝗲𝗰𝗼𝗻𝗼𝗺𝘆.

𝗔𝗰𝗰𝗲𝘀𝘀 𝗙𝘂𝗹𝗹 𝗥𝗲𝗽𝗼𝗿𝘁

Let’s talk about securing the future, one app at a time.

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How Automated Testing Enhances Cloud Security and Compliance from Day One

In today’s fast-paced digital environment, cloud adoption is essential—but so is security. As organizations migrate their infrastructure and applications to the cloud, ensuring that security and compliance are integrated into every stage of development becomes critical. Traditional testing methods fall short in cloud environments that demand speed, agility, and continuous delivery.

That’s where automated testing plays a transformative role.

From the first line of code to production deployment, automated testing can help enforce security policies, detect vulnerabilities early, and ensure compliance with industry standards—from day one.

🛡️ The Growing Importance of Cloud Security and Compliance

Security breaches and compliance failures can be catastrophic, especially in sectors like finance, healthcare, and e-commerce. Cloud providers offer strong baseline security, but the shared responsibility model means customers are accountable for securing their applications, data, and configurations.

As cloud infrastructure becomes more dynamic and distributed, manual security testing is no longer sufficient. Organizations need scalable, repeatable, and real-time checks—and that’s exactly what automated testing provides.

⚙️ What Is Automated Testing in the Cloud?

Automated testing involves using tools and scripts to continuously test software and infrastructure for bugs, vulnerabilities, performance bottlenecks, and compliance violations. These tests are executed automatically within CI/CD pipelines or infrastructure provisioning workflows.

Key types of automated cloud testing include:

Static Application Security Testing (SAST): Analyzes source code for security flaws

Dynamic Application Security Testing (DAST): Tests running applications for vulnerabilities

Infrastructure as Code (IaC) Security Scanning: Evaluates cloud infrastructure code for misconfigurations

Compliance as Code: Validates adherence to standards like HIPAA, GDPR, or ISO 27001

🔍 How Automated Testing Enhances Security

Early Detection of Vulnerabilities Automated testing shifts security left—identifying issues before they reach production. Developers receive feedback during the build phase, allowing them to fix vulnerabilities early when it's cheaper and easier.

Continuous Protection Security testing doesn’t stop after deployment. Automated scans can run regularly, ensuring that updates, patches, and new components don’t introduce risks.

Infrastructure Hardening By integrating tools like Checkov, TFSec, or AWS Config into pipelines, organizations can enforce secure configurations across cloud infrastructure automatically.

Consistent Standards Enforcement Automated tests can be pre-configured to enforce organizational policies and compliance frameworks. This reduces reliance on manual audits and ensures consistent adherence across teams and environments.

🧑‍⚖️ Enhancing Compliance from Day One

Compliance is not just a checkbox—it’s a process. With automated testing, you can:

Validate configurations against frameworks like CIS Benchmarks, PCI-DSS, and NIST

Automatically document and report compliance status

Ensure traceability with audit logs and test results in version control systems

This proactive approach allows teams to build audit-ready systems from the very start, eliminating last-minute compliance headaches.

🛠 Recommended Tools for Automated Cloud Security Testing

SAST & DAST: SonarQube, OWASP ZAP, Veracode

IaC Security: Checkov, TFSec, Kics, Open Policy Agent (OPA)

Compliance Scanning: Prisma Cloud, AWS Config Rules, Azure Policy, Scout Suite

CI/CD Integration: GitHub Actions, GitLab CI, Jenkins, CircleCI

🌐 Real-World Example: Secure Cloud Deployments with Salzen Cloud

Using platforms like Salzen Cloud, teams can embed automated testing into CI/CD pipelines and IaC workflows. As code is committed, tests automatically verify that both applications and cloud environments comply with security and compliance standards—ensuring secure deployments every time.

✅ Final Thoughts

In the cloud, security and compliance must be continuous, automated, and built-in—not bolted on. Automated testing helps teams detect risks early, maintain compliance effortlessly, and move fast without compromising safety.

By integrating security and compliance testing from day one, your team can deliver better products, faster—and with the confidence that you're protected every step of the way.

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Veracode platform enhancements improve software security

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Software and Application Security

In today’s digital world, ensuring the security of software and applications is more important than ever. With increasing cyber threats and data breaches, developers must understand the fundamentals of secure coding and application protection. In this post, we'll explore what software and application security means and how to implement effective practices.

What is Software and Application Security?

Software and application security refers to the processes, methodologies, and tools used to protect software applications from vulnerabilities, attacks, and unauthorized access. It involves designing and writing software that is secure by default and resilient to threats.

Common Security Threats

SQL Injection: Malicious SQL code is inserted into input fields to access or alter databases.

Cross-Site Scripting (XSS): Attackers inject malicious scripts into web pages viewed by others.

Buffer Overflow: Attacks exploit memory management errors to execute malicious code.

Authentication Bypass: Gaining unauthorized access through weak login mechanisms.

Insecure APIs: Poorly designed APIs can leak data or allow unauthorized access.

Best Practices for Software Security

Input Validation: Always validate and sanitize user input to prevent injection attacks.

Use Encryption: Protect data in transit and at rest using strong encryption standards like AES and TLS.

Secure Authentication: Implement multi-factor authentication and store passwords with strong hashing algorithms like bcrypt or Argon2.

Least Privilege Principle: Give users and applications only the permissions they absolutely need.

Regular Updates: Keep libraries, dependencies, and frameworks updated to fix known vulnerabilities.

Secure Coding Principles

Fail securely — handle errors and exceptions properly.

Avoid hardcoding sensitive data like passwords or API keys.

Use safe functions and avoid dangerous ones like gets() or unchecked buffers.

Implement logging and monitoring to detect and investigate suspicious behavior.

Security Testing Techniques

Static Application Security Testing (SAST): Analyze source code for vulnerabilities without executing it.

Dynamic Application Security Testing (DAST): Test running applications to find security issues.

Penetration Testing: Simulate real-world attacks to evaluate the security of the system.

Threat Modeling: Identify potential threats early in the design phase.

Secure Development Lifecycle (SDL)

The Secure Development Lifecycle integrates security throughout the development process, from planning to deployment. Steps typically include:

Security requirements definition

Threat modeling and architecture risk analysis

Secure coding and peer reviews

Security testing and vulnerability scanning

Secure deployment and maintenance

Popular Tools for Application Security

OWASP ZAP: Open-source web application scanner.

Burp Suite: Penetration testing toolkit for web apps.

SonarQube: Continuous inspection tool with code quality and security analysis.

Veracode / Checkmarx: Commercial SAST tools.

Conclusion

Application security is not an afterthought — it must be built into every stage of development. By following secure coding practices, performing thorough testing, and staying informed about current threats, you can significantly reduce vulnerabilities and protect your users and data.

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Veracode alcanza un año récord con un crecimiento significativo y su expansión estratégica

La empresa suma más de 300 nuevos clientes y completa dos adquisiciones estratégicas que afianzan su posición de liderazgo en la administración de riesgos de las aplicaciones

Veracode, líder internacional en administración de riesgos de aplicaciones, ha anunciado hoy un logro de 2024, que se destaca por la innovación de sus productos, las adquisiciones estratégicas, la captación de clientes y el reconocimiento dentro del sector. La cartera de clientes de la empresa incluye empresas de los sectores tecnológico, financiero, de seguros, público y sanitario, entre las que figuran numerosas organizaciones de la lista Fortune 500.

«2024 ha sido un año de transformación para Veracode», dijo Brian Roche, director general de Veracode. «Hemos reforzado nuestras competencias a través de adquisiciones estratégicas, mejorado nuestra experiencia centrada en el desarrollador y ofrecido un valor excepcional al cliente. A medida que las organizaciones confían cada vez más en componentes de código abierto y código generado por IA, se enfrentan a riesgos de seguridad sin precedentes derivados de la existencia de relaciones vulnerables y orígenes no fiables. Colaboramos con organizaciones de todo el mundo para hacer frente a estas amenazas emergentes y reducir el riesgo de las aplicaciones en toda la cadena de suministro de software. Nuestro éxito se debe a la excelencia de nuestro equipo, nuestras soluciones innovadoras y nuestro compromiso inquebrantable con el éxito de nuestros clientes».

Liderazgo del mercado mediante la innovación y la expansión de productos

A lo largo del año, Veracode logró importantes avances de producto y de mercado que destacan su compromiso con el desarrollo de software seguro mediante el diseño, a través de la innovación con tecnología de IA. Los aspectos más destacados incluyen lo siguiente:

Una mejorada Veracode Fix, que combina IA y experiencia humana para reducir el tiempo de corrección de meses a minutos, lo que permite a los desarrolladores corregir vulnerabilidades al instante en todos los entornos de desarrollo integrados.

Adquisición de Longbow Security (ahora conocida como Veracode Risk Manager), lo que amplía las funcionalidades de Application Security Posture Management (ASPM).

Adquisición a principios de 2025 de la tecnología de Phylum, que refuerza la seguridad de la cadena de suministro de código abierto para combatir los paquetes malintencionados del código de terceros.

Aumento excepcional de clientes y rentabilidad de la inversión en seguridad

El crecimiento de Veracode en el mercado se aceleró con la captación y retención de clientes en todo el mundo. A lo largo del año pasado, la empresa renovó con 15 clientes un valor anual medio de contrato (ACV) individual superior al millón de dólares y sumó cientos de nuevos logotipos de clientes. El lanzamiento del Velocity™ Partner Program mejorado de Veracode contribuyó a este éxito a través de la colaboración con socios como GuidePoint Security, Optiv y Softcat, que conecta la cartera de Veracode con empresas líderes de Fortune 100 de todo el mundo.

En cuanto al impacto económico total de Veracode, un estudio realizado en agosto de 2024 de Forrester Consulting, reveló que Veracode ofrece un importante retorno de la inversión del 184 por ciento, un valor actual neto (VAN) de 4,6 millones de dólares y un periodo de amortización de menos de seis meses en el caso de una «organización compuesta» de 2000 millones de dólares.

«Cada semana, los clientes nos describen su superficie de ataque cada vez mayor producto de las tecnologías en la nube y los retos de administración de riesgos resultantes», señaló Roche. «Estamos ayudando a los directores de seguridad de la información en la intersección de la seguridad y el negocio mediante la racionalización de los riesgos a través de la nube, el código y las cadenas de suministro, mientras que garantizamos el cumplimiento normativo y la continuidad del negocio. La visibilidad unificada combinada con la priorización con contexto y la corrección automática es el pilar fundamental de su éxito».

Liderazgo reforzado y expansión internacional

Bajo el liderazgo de Brian Roche, que se convirtió en director general en abril de 2024, Veracode ha reforzado su equipo ejecutivo con nombramientos clave para fomentar el crecimiento y la innovación. Las últimas incorporaciones han sido las de Katie Kulikoski como directora de Personal, David Wigglesworth como director de Ingresos y Karen Buffo como directora de Marketing.

La empresa también ha ampliado su presencia internacional con una ampliación de sus conocimientos técnicos y regionales. Sanjay Mandloi asumió el cargo de vicepresidente sénior de Ingeniería y Operaciones en la nube, Matt Katz se incorporó como vicepresidente de Éxito del cliente, Jean Janse van Vuuren se incorporó como vicepresidente de EMEA y APAC, y Johnny Wong fue ascendido a vicepresidente de Arquitectura de soluciones globales, al frente de los equipos de ingeniería de preventa de la empresa en todo el mundo. Jens Wessling también se incorporó como director de Tecnología de EE. UU., y el cofundador de la empresa, Chris Wysopal, pasó a desempeñar el nuevo cargo como director de seguridad.

Reconocimiento y excelencia dentro del sector

En 2024, se reconoció el compromiso constante de Veracode con la excelencia con numerosos premios y galardones. La empresa recibió el reconocimiento Gartner® Peer Insights™ Customers’ Choice por quinto año consecutivo, obtuvo la calificación Strong Performer en The Forrester Wave™: Software Composition Analysis Software, Q4 2024, y PeerSpot la clasificó como el producto ASPM número 1. Además, la empresa recibió varios premios en reconocimiento de sus productos, su equipo especializado y su impacto general en el sector, incluidosCRN Security 100 y The Boston ORBIE Award para el director de seguridad de la información de Veracode, Sohail Iqbal.

De cara al futuro: la visión de Veracode para 2025

Veracode entró en 2025 con su identidad de marca renovada, y la empresa sigue centrándose en tres pilares estratégicos:

Visibilidad unificada de los riesgos de las aplicaciones

Corrección de errores en tiempo real con tecnología de IA

Desarrolladores preparados para escribir código seguro a la velocidad del mercado

«2024 fue excepcional, pero es solo el principio», concluyó Roche. «Nuestra prioridad para 2025 es llevar a la práctica nuestra visión de código seguro desde el principio. La pasión, la experiencia y la dedicación de nuestro equipo nos seguirán impulsando a medida que ofrezcamos una rentabilidad aún mayor a nuestros clientes de todo el mundo como líderes de confianza en la administración del riesgo de las aplicaciones».

Veracode es líder mundial en gestión de los riesgos de las aplicaciones para la era de la IA. Impulsada por miles de millones de líneas de escaneos de código y un motor de remediación patentado asistido por IA, la plataforma Veracode ofrece seguridad de software adaptable y se ha ganado la confianza de las organizaciones de todo el mundo para construir y mantener software seguro desde la creación del código hasta el despliegue en la nube. Miles de los principales equipos de desarrollo y seguridad del mundo usan Veracode cada segundo de cada día para tener visibilidad precisa y procesable de los riesgos explotables, lograr la corrección de vulnerabilidades en tiempo real y reducir su deuda de seguridad a escala. Veracode ha sido galardonada con numerosos premios y ofrece capacidades para asegurar todo el ciclo de desarrollo del software, en particular, Veracode Fix, Static Analysis, Dynamic Analysis, Software Composition Analysis, Container Security, Application Security Posture Management, Malicious Package Detection y Penetration Testing.

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Top Application Security Testing Tools for Enhanced Software Protection

If you follow technology news, you've probably seen a lot of articles about data breaches or websites being hacked. That is because, no matter how much technology has advanced, hacking has not slowed. Hacking tools and tactics are becoming increasingly complex and dangerous, and if you want your software to be secure, you must stay one step ahead.  

That is exactly what application security testing and penetration testing technologies are for. Their major job is to scan the program for vulnerabilities that might lead to hacking or data leaks without having access to the source code.  

These vulnerabilities must be instantly discovered and rectified. This is done by continuous and automated scanning techniques that try to find possible weaknesses in the software. 

There are several security testing tools on the market, thus we have narrowed this list to the best application security testing tools that can be tailored to your individual needs. 

What is Application Security Testing?

QKS Group defines Application Security Testing (AST) is a set of tools and practices which is implemented to identify and protect against vulnerabilities in software applications, throughout its Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC). AST uses a dynamic approach to detect flaws and to provide remediation to them, using various techniques such as Static Application Security Testing (SAST), Dynamic Application Security Testing (DAST), Interactive Application Security Testing (IAST) and Software Component Analysis (SCA). Some of the AST products also use approach of API security, Container Security and Software Supply Chain security. AST tool helps programmers to develop secure code for the application along with identifying threats and vulnerabilities and hence makes the overall application secure. 

Best Application Security Testing Tools 

Checkmarx

Checkmarx is trusted by companies worldwide to safeguard application development from code to cloud. Our integrated platform and services match organizations' dynamic demands by enhancing security and lowering TCO while fostering confidence among AppSec, developers, and CISO.

Contrast Security

Contrast Security's Runtime Application Security solutions integrate code analysis and attack prevention throughout the software development lifecycle. Patented instrumentation enables integrated and complete security observability, resulting in accurate assessments and ongoing protection. The Contrast Runtime Security Platform allows strong Application Security Testing, Detection, and Response, allowing developers, AppSec, and SecOps teams to safeguard and defend their applications against an ever-changing threat landscape.

GitLab

GitLab is a complete AI-powered DevSecOps platform that enables software innovation. GitLab, a software delivery platform for development, security, and operations teams, integrates security and compliance into AI-powered processes throughout the software delivery lifecycle, allowing companies to produce secure software quickly. GitLab Duo, the company’s suite of AI capabilities, enhances team collaboration and eases the security and compliance risks of AI adoption by bringing the complete software development lifecycle into a single AI-powered application that is privacy-first. 

Snyk

Snyk specializes in providing security solutions that enable security teams and developers to collaborate in reducing application risk and accelerating software development. Snyk's goal is to help companies secure their apps from code generation to cloud deployment by integrating application security into developer workflows. The end-to-end view of applications provides developers and security with a shared viewpoint on improving the security posture, increasing developer productivity, identifying vulnerabilities early in the development cycle, and enabling the fastest reaction when security events such as zero days occur.

Veracode

Veracode is a software security company that identifies errors and vulnerabilities throughout the software development lifecycle. Its approach relies on the Software Security Platform, which utilizes advanced AI algorithms trained on extensive code datasets. This allows for quicker and more precise detection and resolution of security issues.

When to Use These Tools? 

Before Deployment: DAST, penetration testing, and security scanners help simulate real-world attacks and discover vulnerabilities. 

During Development: SAST, IAST, and SCA tools are effective in the early stages to identify and address vulnerabilities in code and dependencies. 

Continuously: Regular use of security scanners, fuzz testing, API security, mobile app security, and container security tools ensures ongoing protection against evolving threats. 

“Application security testing Market Share, 2023, Worldwide” and “Market Forecast: Application security testing, 2024-2028, worldwide” reports on Application security testing market give insight into the present status of the industry and what to expect in future which helps companies make decisions about their data storage strategies. The 2023 market share report comprehensively analyses key players in the market, enabling business organizations to identify potential partners and competitors. It also shows how much bigger the market is compared to others as well as its growth rate thus indicating that it will grow.  

Organizations worldwide are increasingly utilizing Application Security Testing (AST) solutions to protect their applications and ensure secure digital interactions. AST solutions identify and address application vulnerabilities, shielding them from potential security breaches and malicious attacks. Implementing AST allows businesses to maintain the integrity and security of their applications throughout the development lifecycle. These systems employ real-time scanning, code analysis, and automated testing to easily identify and resolve security issues. Furthermore, AST solutions offer comprehensive reporting and analytics, helping businesses to better know the vulnerability trends and strengthen their security posture. AST becomes crucial for maintaining software security, protecting sensitive data, and ensuring customer trust.

Conclusion

With the increasing sophistication of cyber threats, Application Security Testing (AST) has become a vital component in software development. From identifying vulnerabilities early in the development cycle to continuous monitoring for security risks, AST tools provide complete protection. Companies use these solutions not only for the motive to protect their applications but also to maintain compliance, data integrity, and consumer confidence.

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Automation: Key to Streamlining Mortgage Document Processing in a competitive market

“Things get done only if the data we gather can inform and inspire those in a position to make [a] difference.”

– Mike Schmoker, Education Writer, Speaker.

Data is the fuel that powers businesses to make informed decisions, but the critical question remains, “Is the data relevant?” For Data to be relevant, enterprises need solutions that intuitively process structured and unstructured documents and cull out appropriate insights.

To make the data relevant, Intelligent Document Processing (IDP) solutions function as the ‘Third Eye’, a symbol of intuitive capabilities. IDP Solutions, powered by the cognitive and intuitive abilities of AI/ML, takes data beyond just mundane document processing. They meticulously extract key data insights, identify gaps, and offer customized reports that otherwise cannot be achieved seamlessly through manual processes.

As a case in point, one of the largest mortgage service providers in the world improved its bulk loan processing capability with the help of a robust and enterprise-grade Intelligent Document Processing solution. Some of the challenges earlier faced by this Mortgage Service provider were:

High volumes of loans and variability in demand leading to unpredictable outcomes such as quality, readability, etc.

Loans coming from various sellers were not in a uniform format, resulting in an increased processing time.

Absence of an automated system requiring manual processing of loans.

The above establishes that technology as a Third Eye is essential not only for data extraction but also for data validation and security. With the adoption of an intuitive IDP platform powered by OCR, the service provider could seamlessly achieve:

Easy processing of diverse loans

Reduction of manual effort to process the loans

Accuracy and speed in the data processing

DocVu.AI – the ‘Third Eye’ in today’s era

“Any sufficiently advanced technology is equal to magic.” – Sir Arthur C Clarke.

We have already discussed the attributes of AI/ML-based technology as a Third Eye and why these were needed. With strong domain expertise, DocVu.AI helps improve the end-to-end processing of loans starting from origination and going on to application, approval, closing, servicing, and securitization. The solution with its robust technology not only focuses on growth but also on ease, efficiency, and accuracy.

DocVu.AI is an enterprise-grade Intelligent Document Processing solution. Its OCR technology helps identify text within a digital image, extracts the data, and converts it into machine-comprehensible text, thereby increasing the scalability of the loans processed without any scope of data error or documents being missed out. It is backed by effective implementation in terms of security controls in Access Management, Change Management, Incident Management, Risk and Vulnerability Management, and Business Continuity Management. DocVu.AI is also certified by Veracode to comply with the highest standards of security risk prevention which is essential for any data-driven solution these days.

As a result, DocVu.AI stands strong as the Third Eye in the mortgage industry as it leverages various technologies to deliver value with timely validated quality data that is structured and compliant with data privacy norms. The Third Eye is in a way Democratizing Automation and making the Data ‘Relevant’.

We have more details that let you explore how DocVu.AI helps you to make your operations more efficient with the following article.

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Falta de capacitação dos times de segurança pode sabotar programa de AppSec de empresas

*Michele Pasini A segurança de software permanece sendo um dos maiores desafios enfrentados pelas organizações, com implicações diretas para a continuidade e confiabilidade dos negócios. De acordo com o State of Software Security, Report da Veracode, 76% de todas as aplicações possuem ao menos uma vulnerabilidade, destas, 24% são consideradas críticas, apresentando sérios riscos às empresas que…

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Indian-American Sonali Shah Named CEO of Cobalt

Cobalt, a prominent leader in advanced security solutions, has appointed Sonali Shah as its new Chief Executive Officer. Shah, who previously served on the company's board, takes the helm during a period of significant growth and innovation for Cobalt.

Originally from Potomac, MD, and now based in Boston, Shah brings over 20 years of experience in the technology sector to her new role. Her career includes notable achievements in scaling high-growth technology companies. She is well-regarded for her pioneering work at Bitsight Security Ratings, where she developed the first cybersecurity risk rating platform. Additionally, Shah has made substantial contributions to application security technologies at Veracode and Invicti, and she has a background in investment banking with Credit Suisse.

In a statement, Shah expressed her enthusiasm about joining Cobalt. “I am thrilled to join Cobalt at this pivotal moment,” she said. “Cobalt is uniquely positioned to help enterprises manage the risks associated with their expanding attack surfaces through effective and continuous offensive security programs. I look forward to collaborating with Cobalt’s exceptional team to drive the next phase of the company’s growth, focusing on delivering maximum value to our customers as their offensive security needs evolve.”

Shah succeeds Chris Manton-Jones, who has led Cobalt since April 2022. Shah holds a master’s degree in economics from the London School of Economics and an MBA from the Wharton School. In addition to her role at Cobalt, she serves on the ThreatX board, is involved with Shibumi, and advises entrepreneurs through Springboard Enterprises and Astia. Shah is also committed to supporting educational non-profits through her work with Hestia and the GreenLight Fund.

“I am excited to join the amazing team at Cobalt,” Shah said. “As a leader in PtaaS and offensive security testing, Cobalt plays a crucial role in helping businesses manage risk effectively. I am eager to contribute my operational expertise and cybersecurity knowledge to propel Cobalt’s journey and explore new opportunities.”

Shah’s appointment is notable not only for her impressive professional background but also because she is the second member of her immediate family to hold a CEO position; her husband, Praveen Tipirneni, is the CEO of Morphic Therapeutic, which was recently acquired by Eli Lilly in July.

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Principal DevOps Engineer

Principal DevOps Engineer Looking for an innovative, high-growth, multi-award-winning company in one of the hottest segments of the security market?  Look no further than Veracode!  Veracode is a global leader in Application Risk Management for the AI era. Powered by trillions of lines of code scans and a proprietary AI-generated remediation engine, the Veracode platform is trusted by…