SAST Source Code Scanning
Secure Your Applications from the Very First Line of Code
5 Key Advantages of Source Code Scanning
Find Vulnerabilities Early
Detect security issues in source code during development with static analysis. Fix problems before deployment to reduce remediation costs and launch risks.
Analyze Program Logic Directly
Inspect source code in depth to uncover weak input validation, logic flaws, and sensitive data exposure — stopping vulnerabilities before release.
Seamless DevSecOps Integration
Supports Jenkins, GitLab, Azure DevOps, and other CI/CD tools. Embed SAST into your pipeline for continuous and automated security checks.
High Accuracy, Low False Positives
Using syntax and semantic analysis, SAST tracks logic and variable flows precisely, reducing false positives and missed vulnerabilities found in traditional scanners.
Comprehensive Security Reports
Get detailed vulnerability data, remediation advice, and tracking logs — supporting compliance with ISO 27001, CNS, and Taiwan’s Cybersecurity Management Act.
SAST Complies with Taiwan and International Standards
Government Agencies
Key Regulations / Standards
- Cybersecurity Management Act (Taiwan Executive Yuan)
- Cybersecurity Responsibility Level Guidelines
- ISO/IEC 27001
- ISO/IEC 27002
Primary Security Focus
System data protection, internal control, and audit transparency
Financial Institutions
Key Regulations / Standards
- Financial Institution IT Security Assessment Guidelines
- Financial ISMS Baseline Requirements
- ISO/IEC 27001
- PCI DSS
- CNS 27001
- Personal Data Protection Act
Primary Security Focus
Customer data protection, secure transactions, anomaly monitoring and reporting
Healthcare Organizations
Key Regulations / Standards
- ISO/IEC 27001
- ISO/IEC 27799
- Personal Data Protection Act
Primary Security Focus
Medical record protection, patient privacy, third-party platform integration security
Technology & Manufacturing
Key Regulations / Standards
- ISO/IEC 27001
- NIST Cybersecurity Framework (CSF)
- SEMI E187
- Supply Chain Cybersecurity Audit Requirements
Primary Security Focus
Protection of R&D and production code confidentiality, supply chain transparency
Publicly Listed Companies
Key Regulations / Standards
- Personal Data Protection Act
- Cybersecurity Management Guidelines for Listed Companies
Primary Security Focus
System access control, self-assessment and disclosure compliance, audit traceability
E-commerce / SaaS Platforms
Key Regulations / Standards
- ISO/IEC 27001
- DevSecOps Implementation Guidelines
- Personal Data Protection Act
Primary Security Focus
Code-as-a-product risk management, automated testing integration
Our SAST services follow both Taiwan and international regulations to ensure scanning processes and risk assessments meet compliance requirements:
- ISO/IEC 27001 — Information Security Management System
- ISO/IEC 27002 — Code of Practice for Information Security Controls
- NIST 500-268 — Guide to Software Assurance Testing
- CWE / CVE / NVD — Common Weakness Enumeration and Vulnerability Databases
- CVSS v3 — Common Vulnerability Scoring System
- Taiwan Cybersecurity Management Act
- Grading Guidelines for Information Security Responsibility
- Personal Data Protection Act
- PCI DSS, CNS 27001, SEMI E187
For each finding, we provide CVSS v3 ratings along with remediation and prioritization recommendations to help enterprises respond quickly to audit requirements.
Which Industries Benefit from Source Code Scanning?
Government Agencies
Required to comply with the Cybersecurity Management Act, performing security scans and generating reports during system development.
Financial & Insurance
Mandatory for compliance with assessment guidelines and self-audits by financial regulators; SAST is the baseline requirement.
Tech & Manufacturing
Protects intellectual property and production line controls while supporting client supply chain security audits.
Healthcare
Safeguards highly sensitive patient data and medical records, providing a preventive layer and audit evidence.
SaaS / Platform Services
Ensures DevSecOps implementation and compliance for business/member platforms facing customer security reviews.
Listed Companies
Must perform source code scans and generate reports for core systems to meet disclosure and audit responsibilities.
Cymetric SAST Success Stories
Cymetric has assisted government agencies, financial institutions, and tech manufacturers in implementing source code scanning for in-development systems, successfully identifying and remediating high-risk vulnerabilities such as:
DOM-based XSS
User input injected into pages without validation, enabling arbitrary script execution.
Insecure Randomness
Insecure Randomness: Predictable password reset codes, leading to account compromise.
CSRF (Cross-Site Request Forgery)
Unauthorized actions triggered via third-party pages, leaking permissions.
Information Leakage
Sensitive data in debug logs, including tokens and directory paths.
Our SAST Solution
Industry-Focused Approach
Tailored for government, finance, healthcare, manufacturing, and SaaS industries — meeting regulatory standards and managing development security risks.
Robust Technology
Powered by advanced static analysis engines and multi-language support to examine code logic, data flow, and control paths with pinpoint accuracy.
Comprehensive Reporting
Provides vulnerability reports, CVSS scores, remediation guidance, and traceability — meeting ISO 27001 and Cybersecurity Management Act requirements.
DevSecOps Integration
Integrates with CI/CD pipelines and tools such as GitLab, Jenkins, and Azure DevOps for automated testing and continuous risk control.
Expert Consultation
Security consultants help interpret scan results, set remediation priorities, and offer compliance and risk management guidance.
Source Code Scanning FAQs
SAST, Vulnerability Scanning, or Pen Testing – What’s the Difference?
| Aspect | SAST (Source Code Scanning) | Vulnerability Scanning | Penetration Testing |
|---|---|---|---|
| Testing Type | White-box | Grey-box | Black-box |
| Target | Source code & logic | OS, CMS, frameworks | Full systems & defenses |
| Method | Analyze code for logic or security flaws | Scan configs & component versions | Simulate real cyberattacks |
| Execution | Automated (CI/CD ready) | Automated, scheduled | Manual + tool-assisted |
| Common Use | DevSecOps / secure coding | IT ops / compliance checks | Risk assessment / audit tests |
| Advantages | Early detection, low fix cost | Broad coverage, fast scans | Realistic risk validation |
| Limitations | Misses runtime issues | May include false positives | Costly & time-consuming |
Static vs Dynamic Scanning: SAST vs DAST
Static and dynamic scanning are two key application security testing tools in the software development lifecycle (SDLC), each protecting different stages of your software.
SAST
Static Application Security Testing
Used early in development, SAST analyzes source code to detect logic flaws, variable risks, hardcoded keys, and common vulnerabilities like SQL Injection or XSS. Early detection helps teams resolve issues faster and reduce remediation effort.
DAST
Dynamic Application Security Testing
DAST simulates external hacker attacks through black-box testing on live applications, exposing runtime vulnerabilities that static analysis can’t detect.
Best Practice
Combine SAST and DAST to secure applications from code to runtime. This dual-layer approach ensures a resilient, secure development workflow while maintaining efficiency and scalability.
