How to perform license reviews
License reviews are essential to ensure that the use, modification, and distribution of software and its dependencies comply with specified licensing agreements and do not pose legal or security risks to the organization. License reviews are an ongoing process and should be integrated as a fundamental practice within the DevSecOps pipeline to ensure legal compliance and security in software development and deployment.
This section will provide a structured approach to conducting license reviews.
Tools and techniques
- Automated tools such as FOSSA, Black Duck, or WhiteSource (Mend.io now) can scan code bases and identify the licenses of software components and dependencies. These tools can provide a comprehensive view of the licensing landscape, help track license compliance, and flag potential issues.
- Automating the process can significantly expedite the review, ensuring continuous compliance monitoring throughout the development life...
