Cycode
Transforming Alert Fatigue into Actionable Learning with Cycode and Secure Code Warrior
Transforming Alert Fatigue into Actionable Learning with Cycode and Secure Code Warrior
Cycode enables companies to deliver software fast without compromising on security. Our three founders are developers who realized that with the DevOps revolution and resulting AppSec chaos, too much burden is placed on developers when it comes to security. Cycode delivers a complete Application Security Posture Management (ASPM) platform that can replace existing testing tools or integrate with them while providing visibility, prioritization, and remediation of vulnerabilities at scale.
In today’s fast-paced development environments, organizations face increasing pressure to deliver software quickly while maintaining robust security postures. However, developers and AppSec teams are often overwhelmed by the sheer volume of security alerts generated by modern scanning tools. Without the knowledge to distinguish critical issues from low-priority alerts, developers struggle to prioritize and address vulnerabilities effectively, leading to alert fatigue and delays in remediation.
A significant factor behind this challenge is the lack of secure coding knowledge. Many developers aren’t equipped with the foundational understanding to address the issues flagged in their code or avoid these issues from the start. Security alerts often seem cryptic or overly technical, making remediation time-consuming and frustrating. This disconnect leaves vulnerabilities unaddressed, increases reliance on security teams, and undermines efforts to build secure, high-quality software at scale.
The integration bridges this gap by combining powerful vulnerability detection with contextual, just-in-time developer risk management. As Cycode’s native scanning tools identify vulnerabilities across codebases, SCW delivers agile learning materials tailored to the specific issues flagged. For example, if a developer encounters a cross-site scripting vulnerability, SCW provides immediate guidance, such as an interactive tutorial, explaining the issue, its risks, and how to fix it.
By aligning developer risk management with real-world scenarios, the integration not only accelerates remediation but also builds developers’ secure coding skills over time. The solution cuts through alert fatigue by highlighting actionable issues and equipping developers with the tools and knowledge to resolve them independently. This reduces reliance on security teams, shortens remediation cycles, and fosters a culture of security-first development. With the integration, organizations can transform overwhelming alert volumes into a driver of continuous learning and improved code quality.
OpenText Application Security, previously known as Fortify, and Secure Code Warrior are joining forces to help companies reduce risk, transform developers into security champions, and build customer trust. Read more about it here.
