Dynamic Application Security Testing (DAST)

Dynamic application security testing (DAST) is a type of security testing that assesses the security of web applications by analyzing them while they are running. This approach evaluates the application from the outside in, simulating real-world attacks and identifying vulnerabilities that can be exploited by hackers.

DAST works by sending malicious input to an application and observing how the application responds. This can include sending invalid data to input fields, attempting to bypass authentication mechanisms, and trying to access sensitive data without proper authorization. The tool then analyzes the responses to identify any vulnerabilities or weaknesses in the application’s security.

DAST can be used to test a wide range of web applications, including those that are built using programming languages such as Java, .NET, and PHP. The tool can also be used to test applications hosted in various environments, including...