Synopsys Introduces Game-changing Tool to Optimize Security and Testing Practices: Software Risk Manager

Building a bridge between security efforts across various platforms, projects, and software testing tools is an uphill struggle for many security teams. Addressing these difficulties, Synopsys has launched a game-changer: the Synopsys Software Risk Manager. This innovative tool aims to streamline security and testing strategies, making it effortless for teams to align their efforts.

The Software Risk Manager is designed to integrate security testing engines with policy-driven test orchestration and vulnerability management. This design grants teams the flexibility to centrally define and enforce security policies. Each of these policies can contain unique parameters for testing and handling vulnerabilities, allowing for a tailored approach to each project's needs.

One of the Software Risk Manager's significant advantages lies in its ability to amalgamate different security tools – a move that will create a unified user experience for testing and security personnel, says Synopsys. This integration is crucial for organisations seeking to streamline their operations and simplify testing and security measures.

Beyond simplifying experiences for individual teams, the Synopsys Software Risk Manager also allows reporting to be consolidated across different projects, teams, and tools. This integration offers an overarching view of security risks, proving essential for strategic planning and risk assessment.

Furthermore, teams can effortlessly merge the Software Risk Manager with other tools in their tech stack. This integration capability will expedite the onboarding of current projects and simplify the project management process.

Journeying towards digital transition, numerous organizations grapple with the intricacies and operational costs of managing their software risk on a large scale. Jason Schmitt, the general manager of Synopsys’ Software Integrity Group, underlined the urgency of this issue. He noted: Application security programs need to be effective and efficient at reducing software risk to deliver value.

The Synopsys Software Risk Manager offers a comprehensive overview of a team's application security position, thus accelerating the time to value and bringing down the total cost of Application Security (AppSec) initiatives. This consolidation coincides with the rise of comprehensive, all-in-one platforms like AppMaster, which is making strides in the no-code, application development sector. As companies continue to enter the digital realm, tools like these will be key in managing risk while maximizing efficiency.