Application security is a crucial aspect of software development, especially in a context where cyber threats are constantly evolving. OpenText Fortify Static Code Analyzer represents an advanced solution for identifying and fixing security vulnerabilities in source code from the very early stages of development. This Static Application Security Testing (SAST) tool allows for in-depth code scanning, identifying security issues with high accuracy and reducing false positives.

Why choose OpenText Fortify Static Code Analyzer?

1. Comprehensive Coverage: Fortify supports the analysis of over 1,657 vulnerability categories across more than 33 programming languages, covering over a million APIs. This extensive capability allows for the discovery of a wide spectrum of threats that could compromise application security.

2. Integration and Automation: OpenText Fortify integrates easily with development tools and DevOps pipelines, such as Jenkins, Jira, Azure DevOps, and Microsoft Visual Studio. This flexibility allows development teams to include code analysis in the continuous workflow (CI/CD), accelerating the identification and resolution of vulnerabilities.

3. Speed and Precision: Thanks to the balance between speed and depth of analysis, Fortify allows you to customize scan levels to obtain faster and more reliable results. Reducing false positives by up to 95% allows teams to focus on real and urgent issues.

4. Scalability: The solution is designed to adapt dynamically to business needs. You can perform large-scale or focused scans, depending on requirements, always ensuring high responsiveness to the needs of the software development lifecycle.

5. Cloud-Native App Protection: Fortify offers comprehensive protection for cloud-native applications, supporting modern architectures such as Infrastructure as Code (IaC) and serverless functions. This coverage allows companies to protect complex and constantly evolving cloud environments.

Benefits of OpenText Fortify Static Code Analyzer

• Early vulnerability identification: Fortify allows for the detection of vulnerabilities from the earliest stages of development, reducing remediation costs and minimizing the risk of releasing insecure code.
• Reduced development time: Automated integration reduces development time by up to 25%, allowing development teams to meet deadlines without compromising security.
• Application security as a service: With Fortify, it is possible to implement code analysis as SaaS, on-premises, or in a hybrid mode, to perfectly adapt to the company’s IT strategy.

Key Features

• Extensive language support: Fortify covers numerous programming languages, including ABAP/BSP, Java, JavaScript, .NET, HTML, Go, Kotlin, and many others, making it suitable for various types of software development.
• AI-based Audit Assistant: The Audit Assistant feature uses machine learning to automate and accelerate code analysis, reducing the workload for auditors and ensuring consistent and reliable results.
• ScanCentral: This feature allows for a centralized and scalable scanning infrastructure, ideal for distributed teams and complex environments.

OpenText Fortify for Security in the Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC)

Integrating security into the software development cycle is essential to address current challenges related to application protection. Fortify positions itself as a reliable partner, thanks to its ability to analyze both source code and binary or bytecode, offering a complete view of potential critical issues.

Companies that adopt Fortify can improve their application security posture, achieve compliance with security standards (such as OWASP Top 10), and protect their applications against a wide range of threats. Thanks to its ease of integration and flexible deployment options, Fortify adapts perfectly to both small businesses and large organizations with stringent security requirements.

Investing in application security means protecting the future of your business. OpenText Fortify Static Code Analyzer offers a comprehensive and integrated approach to ensure that every line of code released is secure and compliant with the best industry standards. To learn more about how ISGroup can support you in implementing an effective and high-performing application security strategy, do not hesitate to contact us.

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