static application security testing
📖 ISTQB Glossary
Official ISTQB Definition
A type of static analysis that focuses on detecting vulnerabilities.
3 Ways to Think About It
The Quick Take
SAST: Finding security flaws by analyzing source code.
Look Closer
Security testing without running the application.
The Bottom Line
Scanning code for vulnerabilities before deployment.
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