Insecure design refers to flaws or omissions at the design stage of application development that lead to vulnerabilities in the system. Unlike implementation bugs, which result from coding errors, insecure design represents a fundamental failure to consider and incorporate security principles during planning and architecture.
Threat modelling is a systematic process of identifying potential threats and vulnerabilities within a system or application. It involves a meticulous examination of the system’s architecture, data flow, and security requirements to assess potential risks. By proactively identifying and mitigating threats, organisations can significantly reduce the likelihood of successful attacks and their associated financial and reputational consequences.
Application Security Testing (AST) emerges as a critical discipline to safeguard digital assets and mitigate risks.