What does IAST stand for?

The term IAST stands for Interactive Application Security Testing. This approach integrates security testing directly into the application runtime environment. It combines the benefits of both dynamic and static analysis, allowing for the detection of vulnerabilities in real-time as the application is being executed. By analyzing the code execution and the application's interactions with its environment, IAST can provide more accurate and context-aware results compared to other testing methodologies.

This method is particularly beneficial in a continuous integration/continuous deployment (CI/CD) pipeline, enabling security teams to identify and remediate vulnerabilities early in the development process. By leveraging runtime environments, IAST tools can deliver immediate feedback to developers, promoting a more secure application development lifecycle.