Paul Krill
Editor at Large

5 dev tools for better code security

feature
Mar 31, 20168 mins

Static and dynamic analysis can catch vulnerabilities in the development process -- before the bad guys can even access your code

5 dev tools for securing your code

Information security is of paramount importance these days, and there is no better place to start securing systems and data than in the software development process itself.

Lapses in coding can leave systems vulnerable to attackers. But examining thousands and thousands of lines of code for a wide array of potential weaknesses is no easy task. Thankfully, a variety of tools are emerging to help ensure the security of your code. With the help of capabilities such as static analysis, these tools not only flag possible issues but enforce security a priority in the development process.

Following are five tools aimed at analyzing your code for security flaws, ranging from open source to commercial offerings, available as on-premises solutions or services in the cloud.

Paul Krill

Paul Krill is editor at large at InfoWorld. Paul has been covering computer technology as a news and feature reporter for more than 35 years, including 30 years at InfoWorld. He has specialized in coverage of software development tools and technologies since the 1990s, and he continues to lead InfoWorld’s news coverage of software development platforms including Java and .NET and programming languages including JavaScript, TypeScript, PHP, Python, Ruby, Rust, and Go. Long trusted as a reporter who prioritizes accuracy, integrity, and the best interests of readers, Paul is sought out by technology companies and industry organizations who want to reach InfoWorld’s audience of software developers and other information technology professionals. Paul has won a “Best Technology News Coverage” award from IDG.

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