Interactive application security testing (IAST) is a hybrid security testing approach that combines elements of both SAST (static analysis) and DAST (dynamic analysis). IAST works by embedding security agents inside the application runtime environment, allowing real-time analysis of code execution, API calls, and user interactions. This approach provides deeper insight into vulnerabilities by correlating security flaws with the exact location in the code, improving accuracy and reducing false positives compared to SAST and DAST alone.
IAST is well-suited for DevSecOps environments.
This testing can integrate seamlessly into CI/CD pipelines, enabling continuous security testing throughout the software development lifecycle (SDLC). By integrating IAST into development workflows, organizations can detect security issues early and remediate them efficiently before software reaches production.
Because IAST provides actionable insights with contextual information, it significantly improves developers’ ability to remediate vulnerabilities efficiently, making it a preferred choice for organizations seeking automated, scalable application security testing.
Learn more about how Quokka’s Q-mast leverages IAST, SAST, DAST, and forced-path execution app analysis.
