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Mastering Static Application Security Testing (SAST); A Complete Guide to Identifying and Mitigating Code Vulnerabilities

Mastering Static Application Security Testing (SAST); A Complete Guide to Identifying and Mitigating Code Vulnerabilities

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What does the Static Application Security Testing (SAST) course cover?

Static Application Security Testing (SAST) is covered here in 8 modules: Introduction to Static Application Security Testing (SAST): Benefits of SAST, Understanding Code Vulnerabilities: Types of code vulnerabilities, SAST Tools and Techniques: Types of SAST tools, Overview of SAST tools and 5 more. The outline lists 39 specific topics, opening with What is SAST? and closing with hands-on projects and exercises.

How do you approach Static Application Security Testing (SAST) step by step?

The work is sequenced in 8 stages. It starts with Introduction to Static Application Security Testing (SAST): Benefits of SAST, moves through Understanding Code Vulnerabilities: Types of code vulnerabilities and SAST Tools and Techniques: Types of SAST tools, Overview of SAST tools, and ends at Hands-on SAST Experience: Hands-on projects and exercises, Group discussions and activities.

What is in Module 1 of the Static Application Security Testing (SAST) course?

Module 1 is Introduction to Static Application Security Testing (SAST): Benefits of SAST. It works through What is SAST?, Benefits of SAST, Limitations of SAST and 2 more. It sets the vocabulary the remaining 7 modules build on.

How is the Static Application Security Testing (SAST) course delivered?

The Static Application Security Testing (SAST) course is fully self-paced with immediate online access after enrolment. Access does not expire and future updates are included at no cost. It can be taken on any device, and a certificate of completion is issued by The Art of Service when you finish.

How much does the Static Application Security Testing (SAST) course cost?

The Static Application Security Testing (SAST) course is $199 as a one time payment. There is no subscription, no per seat licence and no hidden fee. Enrolment carries a 30 day satisfied or refunded guarantee, so it can be assessed in full before you commit.

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Mastering Static Application Security Testing (SAST): A Complete Guide to Identifying and Mitigating Code Vulnerabilities



Course Overview

This comprehensive course is designed to equip participants with the skills and knowledge needed to identify and mitigate code vulnerabilities using Static Application Security Testing (SAST). Through a combination of interactive lessons, hands-on projects, and real-world applications, participants will gain a deep understanding of SAST and its role in ensuring the security and integrity of software applications.



Course Objectives

  • Understand the fundamentals of Static Application Security Testing (SAST)
  • Learn how to identify and mitigate code vulnerabilities using SAST
  • Gain hands-on experience with SAST tools and techniques
  • Understand how to integrate SAST into the software development lifecycle
  • Learn how to analyze and interpret SAST results
  • Understand how to prioritize and remediate vulnerabilities
  • Gain knowledge of industry best practices and standards for SAST


Course Outline

Module 1. Introduction to Static Application Security Testing (SAST): Benefits of SAST

  • What is SAST?
  • Benefits of SAST
  • Limitations of SAST
  • Types of SAST tools
  • Industry trends and best practices

Module 2. Understanding Code Vulnerabilities: Types of code vulnerabilities

  • Types of code vulnerabilities
  • Causes of code vulnerabilities
  • Consequences of code vulnerabilities
  • How to identify code vulnerabilities
  • How to prioritize code vulnerabilities

Module 3. SAST Tools and Techniques: Types of SAST tools, Overview of SAST tools

  • Overview of SAST tools
  • Types of SAST tools
  • How to choose a SAST tool
  • Configuring and customizing SAST tools
  • Integrating SAST tools into the software development lifecycle

Module 4. Analyzing and Interpreting SAST Results: Understanding SAST reports

  • Understanding SAST reports
  • How to analyze SAST results
  • How to prioritize SAST findings
  • How to remediate SAST findings
  • Best practices for SAST results analysis and interpretation

Module 5. Integrating SAST into the Software Development Lifecycle: Best practices for SAST integration

  • Overview of the software development lifecycle
  • How to integrate SAST into the software development lifecycle
  • Best practices for SAST integration
  • Challenges and limitations of SAST integration
  • Case studies of successful SAST integration

Module 6. Advanced SAST Topics: DevOps and SAST, Advanced SAST techniques

  • Advanced SAST techniques
  • Machine learning and artificial intelligence in SAST
  • Cloud-based SAST
  • DevOps and SAST
  • Future trends and directions in SAST

Module 7. Industry Best Practices and Standards for SAST: NIST guidelines for SAST

  • Overview of industry best practices and standards for SAST
  • NIST guidelines for SAST
  • OWASP guidelines for SAST
  • PCI-DSS guidelines for SAST
  • HIPAA guidelines for SAST

Module 8. Hands-on SAST Experience: Hands-on projects and exercises, Group discussions and activities

  • Hands-on experience with SAST tools and techniques
  • Case studies of real-world SAST scenarios
  • Group discussions and activities
  • Hands-on projects and exercises


Certificate of Completion

Upon completing this course, participants will receive a Certificate of Completion issued by The Art of Service. This certificate will demonstrate their expertise and knowledge in Static Application Security Testing (SAST) and their ability to identify and mitigate code vulnerabilities.



Course Features

  • Interactive and engaging course content
  • Comprehensive and up-to-date course materials
  • Personalized learning experience
  • Expert instructors with industry experience
  • Hands-on projects and exercises
  • Real-world applications and case studies
  • Flexible learning options (self-paced or instructor-led)
  • User-friendly and mobile-accessible course platform
  • Community-driven discussion forums
  • Actionable insights and takeaways
  • Bite-sized lessons and modules
  • Lifetime access to course materials
  • Gamification and progress tracking features
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