Secure coding
Secure coding principles should be applied to software development.
Purpose
To prevent security vulnerabilities in application code.
Implementation Guidance
Train developers in secure coding practices
Use secure coding standards (OWASP, CERT)
Implement input validation and output encoding
Avoid common vulnerabilities (SQL injection, XSS, etc.)
Use static analysis tools to identify vulnerabilities
Recommended Tools
Snyk
Developer-first security platform for finding and fixing vulnerabilities in code, dependencies, and containers.
Semgrep
Fast, open-source static analysis tool. Best free SAST option for startups.
GitHub CodeQL
Semantic code analysis engine from GitHub. Free for public repositories.
GitHub
Leading platform for version control and code collaboration. Essential for software development teams.
ISO 27001 Services from the Directory
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Advisera
Provider of ISO 27001 documentation, training, and consultancy services to help businesses achieve compliance.
AENOR
Leading Spanish certification body for ISO 27001, ENS (Spanish National Security Scheme), and multi-standard management systems.
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