Application security is an essential component of any cybersecurity strategy. With the increasing complexity of software threats and vulnerabilities, companies need flexible, scalable solutions that can be easily integrated into their development processes. OpenText Fortify On Demand is the answer to this need. Fortify offers a comprehensive and high-performance Application Security as a Service (AppSec as a Service) solution capable of adapting to any business context.

What is OpenText Fortify On Demand?

OpenText™ Fortify™ On Demand is an application security platform that provides tools, support, and security lifecycle management, with the ability to integrate security testing into every phase of software development. By combining SAST (Static Application Security Testing), DAST (Dynamic Application Security Testing), IAST (Interactive Application Security Testing), and MAST (Mobile Application Security Testing), Fortify On Demand allows organizations to cover a wide spectrum of security needs, from source code to web and mobile applications.

Benefits of Fortify On Demand

1. Comprehensive Solution: Fortify On Demand is the only application security provider that combines SAST, SCA (Software Composition Analysis), DAST, IAST, and MAST as managed services. This approach allows for the identification of vulnerabilities at multiple levels, improving software quality and security.

2. Integration and Scalability: The platform is designed to integrate seamlessly with existing development tools, such as Jenkins, Jira, and Azure DevOps, making it simple to automate security testing. Fortify On Demand allows you to easily manage the security of a small number of applications or thousands of them, adapting to the organization’s size and growth needs.

3. Rapid Vulnerability Detection: The platform provides regular updates with the latest known vulnerabilities and implements advanced rule sets to ensure scans are always up to date. This approach reduces false positives and allows development teams to focus on real and urgent issues.

4. 24/7 Support and Dedicated Expertise: Fortify On Demand offers continuous support with a dedicated team and a Technical Account Manager (TAM) who ensures the necessary assistance to manage the entire application security lifecycle. This ensures that security needs are addressed in a timely and professional manner.

5. Industry Certifications: The solution is FedRAMP certified, ensuring it complies with the highest security standards required by federal, state, and local government agencies, as well as government service providers. This certification confirms the platform’s reliability and security for use in critical and regulated environments.

How Fortify On Demand Supports Application Security

Fortify On Demand helps companies ensure application security at various stages of the software lifecycle. The platform supports developers with continuous feedback by performing automated security tests throughout the entire development process. This approach, known as “shift-left,” allows for the identification and resolution of vulnerabilities early on, thereby reducing the risk of releasing insecure code into production.

Key Features

1. Application Assessments:
Fortify On Demand performs application assessments, allowing users to run scans on a wide range of applications, including web, mobile, and APIs. This makes it possible to identify applications that require greater attention in terms of security.

2. Automated Scans:
The platform enables automated scanning of source code and applications using SAST, DAST, and MAST methodologies, providing detailed information on any vulnerabilities found.

3. Vulnerability Identification:
It generates detailed reports that highlight vulnerabilities based on their criticality, allowing users to focus remediation efforts on the most relevant aspects.

4. Remediation and Reporting:
It provides guidelines on how to resolve vulnerabilities and generates customizable reports that allow you to track progress and measure the effectiveness of the application security program.

5. Continuous Monitoring:
It supports continuous monitoring of code and applications, ensuring that new vulnerabilities are identified and managed in a timely manner, maintaining a high and constant level of security.

6. Training and Educational Resources:
It provides training materials and educational resources to help development and security teams better understand application security practices, promoting a corporate culture focused on security.

How Fortify On Demand Can Help Your Company

Fortify On Demand accelerates the implementation of application security initiatives, allowing companies to detect and manage vulnerabilities more efficiently. The flexibility of a cloud-based solution allows you to avoid the infrastructure complexities typical of on-premises implementations, while maintaining scalability and ease of integration.

This solution allows organizations to launch application security programs in just a few days, facilitating vulnerability management and improving the overall security posture. Businesses can thus focus on growth and innovation, knowing they have solid protection against cyber threats.

Adopting OpenText Fortify On Demand allows companies to improve their application security program with a comprehensive and scalable solution that supports SAST, DAST, IAST, and MAST testing. Integration with DevOps and advanced vulnerability detection capabilities help organizations prevent security incidents while maintaining constant control over software quality and security. Discover how ISGroup can help you implement this solution and strengthen the security of your applications through dedicated services and support.