What is another term commonly used for Active DAST?

Active DAST, or Dynamic Application Security Testing, refers to testing an application while it is running to identify vulnerabilities that could be exploited in real-time. Fuzzing is a technique used within Active DAST where random data is fed into the application to discover security loopholes, coding errors, or unexpected behavior. This method helps simulate how an attacker might attempt to exploit weaknesses in the application by sending various inputs.

Fuzzing is especially useful in identifying issues such as buffer overflows and input validation errors, which may not be caught through other testing methods. By utilizing this technique, security professionals can actively assess the robustness of an application against manipulation and attacks.

Other terms mentioned, such as penetration testing, refer to a broader scope of security assessment, often including both manual and automated testing. Static Analysis and Static Application Security Testing focus on analyzing the source code or binaries without executing the program, which contrasts with the real-time assessment that Active DAST encompasses. This makes Fuzzing the most fitting term synonymous with Active DAST.