SAST Basics

Static Application Security Testing (SAST) is a method of securing software by reviewing the source code without running it.

Think of it as a spellchecker for security. Just as a spellchecker finds typos as you write, a SAST tool finds security vulnerabilities (like hardcoded passwords or insecure network calls) during development.

Why use SAST?

• Shift Left: Catch bugs early in the development cycle, where they are cheapest to fix.
• Coverage: Analyze 100% of your codebase, including rarely executed paths.
• Education: Learn about security best practices through immediate feedback.