From the course: Application Security Testing and Debugging

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Chapter introduction

Chapter introduction

Welcome to Module 1. It's the Foundations of Security Testing and SAST. Welcome. Building secure applications can feel like navigating a minefield, but having the right foundation makes all the difference. Imagine stepping into a world where you can identify and eliminate security vulnerabilities before they ever reach production. where you become the guardian that stands between applications and the threats that could destroy them. If you have ever wondered how security professionals systematically identify all these flaws before attackers do, you're in the right place. This module establishes the critical knowledge base that every security testing professional needs to succeed. In this In this foundational module, you'll master the essential building blocks of application security testing. Application security's role and web threat landscape. Integrate security testing early with shift-left principles. Understand OWASP's top 10 risks and real-world impacts. Master SAST using tools…

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