dynamic application security testing
📖 ISTQB Glossary
Official ISTQB Definition
A test approach in which attacks are simulated and reactions are analyzed to determine the vulnerabilities of a component or system.
3 Ways to Think About It
The Quick Take
DAST: Finding security vulnerabilities by testing running applications.
Look Closer
Attacking the live application to find security holes.
The Bottom Line
Black-box security testing of deployed applications.
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