Modern applications can contain thousands or millions of lines of code. They are developed by distributed teams and integrated with multiple third-party libraries. Even well-developed applications can contain security weaknesses introduced through logic errors, insecure coding practices, or incorrect use of frameworks and APIs.
Our Secure Code Review is a deep analysis of application source code. We identify security vulnerabilities and problematic code before software is deployed into production.
What we offer
Choose a Secure Code Review to help detect vulnerabilities within your application source code
Improving security practices and reducing risk
It’s useful for improving secure development practices, and reducing the risk of security incidents.
Early weakness detection to reduce risk and build more resilience
By identifying weaknesses early in the development lifecycle, you can can reduce the risk of breaches, minimise remediation costs, and build more resilient applications.
What you receive
Our Secure Code Review looks at the internal implementation of an application. It uncovers weaknesses that may not be visible during black-box testing. We combine automated analysis with manual security assessment.
You’ll also receive a report after the review is complete:
A summary of your application security
Detailed vulnerabilities, with affected code locations
Proof-of-concept demonstrations
Risk ratings based on business impact
Practical remediation guidance
Secure coding recommendations
What we assess
Our Secure Code Review covers a lot of ground. We can assess many languages, technologies, and frameworks. We also identify vulnerabilities that could lead to compromise of applications, users, or underlying systems.
We assess a wide range of modern programming languages and development frameworks.
Common technologies include Java, Python, JavaScript, TypeScript, C, C++, C#, .NET, Go, PHP, and Ruby.
Frameworks include Spring, Spring Boot, Django, Flask, Node.js, Express, React, Angular, Vue, ASP.NET Core, Laravel, Ruby on Rails.
Where applicable, we also assess API integrations, authentication services, third-party libraries, and dependency management.
Improper input validation is one of the most common causes of application vulnerabilities. Examples include: SQL, Command, and Template injection and Cross-site scripting (XSS). These vulnerabilities may allow attackers to execute arbitrary commands or manipulate application behaviour.
Improper authentication implementation can allow attackers to bypass security controls. This can result in attackers impersonating users or gaining unauthorised access.
Examples include, weak password handling, insecure session management, improper token validation, authentication bypass logic flaws.
Access control vulnerabilities can cause serious issues in application security. Vulnerabilities might allow users to access data or functionality beyond their intended privileges. Examples include broken role-based access control, privilege escalation vulnerabilities, missing authorisation checks, or improper enforcement of permissions.
Incorrect use of cryptography can expose sensitive information. This can lead to leaked confidential data and credentials. Examples include use of weak or outdated cryptographic algorithms, improper encryption implementation, insecure storage of sensitive data, hard-coded encryption keys.
Many security issues arise from flaws in application logic. Business logic vulnerabilities can lead to fraud, financial loss, or operational disruption. Examples include manipulating transaction workflows, circumventing of business rules, abusing application processes, race conditions and state manipulation.
Modern applications often rely heavily on open-source components. Issues in this area can lead to vulnerabilities in otherwise secure applications. Examples of risks include vulnerable third-party libraries, outdated dependencies, supply chain vulnerabilities, insecure package management.
What frameworks we follow
Our Secure Code Review methodology follows internationally recognised security standards and testing frameworks:
OWASP Secure Coding Practices
OWASP Top 10
ISO / IEC 27001
NIST SP 800-53
Our assessments follow industry-recognised best practices for secure software development.
FAQ
Find answers to common questions about our services and what to expect from your experience with us.
How is secure code review different from penetration testing?
Penetration testing evaluates a running application from an attacker’s perspective, while code review analyses the underlying source code to identify vulnerabilities at the implementation level.
Do you require full source code access?
Yes. Secure code review typically requires access to the application’s source code and architecture documentation.
How large of a codebase can be reviewed?
Code reviews can scale from small applications to very large enterprise platforms, depending on scope and engagement duration.
Let’s work together
Want help to detect and secure code vulnerabilities while you’re still in development?
Book a Secure Code Review with our team today.