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Manage Open Source Risk with Kiuwan Insights

Reduce threats from third-party open-source components with on-demand or continuous scanning through Software Composition Analysis (SCA).
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Reduce Security Risks

Proactive Vulnerability Detection
Continuously scan third-party and open-source components against trusted sources like the NIST National Vulnerability Database (NVD) to detect known CVEs and strengthen your security posture.
Real-Time Alerts
Get immediate notifications when new vulnerabilities are detected so your team can address issues promptly and prevent potential breaches.
Detailed Reports
Access comprehensive reports on identified threats to prioritize remediation and support smarter risk management decisions.

Simplify License Management

Automatic License Identification
Kiuwan Insights automatically identifies open source licenses tied to each component, helping ensure ongoing compliance.
Avoid Legal Risks
By providing detailed information on license terms and conditions, Kiuwan helps prevent legal issues related to improper use of open-source software.
Proactive Management
Stay ahead of license obligations across your software supply chain and ensure all components are used in accordance with their licenses, reducing the risk of compliance violations.

Improve Development Efficiency

Automation of Code Scanning
Kiuwan Insights automates the scanning and analysis of third-party and open-source code, reducing the time and effort required for manual checks.
Real-Time Updates
Continuous scanning ensures that your development team is always aware of the latest vulnerabilities and can focus more on core development tasks.
Efficient Dependency Management
Isolate and manage transitive dependencies effectively, providing clear visibility into how different components interact within your software and reducing bloat and potential conflicts.

Enhance Workflow Integration

Seamless SDLC Integration
Kiuwan Insights integrates smoothly with your Software Development Lifecycle (SDLC), supporting cloud native and local development environments.
Compatibility with Dev Tools
Works with 10+ programming languages and integrates with popular repositories, IDEs, version control systems, and CI/CD tools like Git, Jenkins, and Microsoft Azure DevOps — making it easy to embed into existing DevSecOps workflows.
Continuous Monitoring
Maintain continuous security and compliance checks throughout the development process, ensuring ongoing protection and efficiency.
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SBOM Export from Insights

Generate a complete Software Bill of Materials (SBOM) in one click. Instantly export detailed reports on components, licences, dependencies, and known vulnerabilities - straight from your Insights results.
  • Simplify compliance with visibility into all your first and third-party software components
  • Improve software supply chain visibility and risk assessment
  • Track open-source and third-party software across your SDLC.

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Kiuwan Insights helps you easily manage open-source components. With Software Composition Analysis (SCA), you stay secure, compliant, and up-to-date — without added complexity or cost.
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Code Security

Static Application Security Testing (SAST)
Kiuwan Code Security is compliant with stringent security standards including CWE, OWASP, PCI, CERT, and SANS.
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Add-Ons

Code Quality & Governance
Fast code quality in a cloud-based environment for security QA/engineers and IT teams.
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Flexible Licensing to Fit Your Needs

Pricing is by lines of code and/or number of apps.
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  • Third Party Components and Libraries
  • National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST)
  • Obsolescence
  • License Management
  • Software Bill of Materials (SBOM)

Frequently Asked Questions

Software Composition Analysis (SCA) is a critical aspect of AppSec that identifies and manages open-source components within a codebase. It helps you build and maintain a secure, compliant, and current software bill of materials (SBOM) and is essential for ensuring that applications are secure, compliant, and up-to-date.

SCA helps developers and organizations detect vulnerabilities, license compliance issues, and outdated components. Tools like Kiuwan Insights, automate this process, offering continuous monitoring and actionable insights that help mitigate risks and enhance overall software quality. By proactively managing open-source dependencies, SCA empowers teams to build safer and more reliable applications.

Software Composition Analysis (SCA) integrates seamlessly into the Software Development Lifecycle (SDLC) by embedding security checks at various stages of development.

Kiuwan Insights can be incorporated into CI/CD pipelines, version control systems, and development environments, enabling continuous scanning and monitoring of open-source components. This integration ensures that security and compliance are maintained throughout the development process, from coding to deployment.

Kiuwan is the best of the SCA tools because it is designed to detect a wide range of vulnerabilities in open-source components by continuously scanning databases such as the NIST National Vulnerability Database.

While SCA tools are highly effective in identifying known vulnerabilities, it is important to complement them with other security measures like Static Application Security Testing (SAST) and dynamic testing to ensure comprehensive coverage of potential risks.

Software Composition Analysis (SCA) tools help manage license compliance by identifying the licenses associated with each open-source component used in a project. They provide detailed information on license terms and conditions, helping organizations avoid legal risks associated with improper use of open-source software.

By managing license obligations proactively, SCA tools ensure that all components are used in accordance with their licenses, preventing potential legal issues.

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Detect vulnerabilities early and strengthen your security. Take control now to safeguard your app. See Kiuwan in action!
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