GitLab SAST
Analyze your source code for known vulnerabilities.
Overview
GitLab SAST is a security feature integrated into the GitLab platform that allows developers to perform static analysis on their source code for vulnerabilities. It is built into the CI/CD pipeline, automatically scanning code on every commit or merge request. GitLab SAST is built on a foundation of open-source SAST tools and provides a consolidated report of findings within the GitLab UI, making it easy for developers to see and fix issues.
✨ Key Features
- Integrated into GitLab CI/CD
- Automatic scanning on merge requests
- Vulnerability management within the GitLab UI
- Support for a wide range of languages
- Based on a multi-scanner approach
🎯 Key Differentiators
- Fully integrated into the single GitLab DevOps platform.
- Included as part of the broader GitLab subscription tiers.
- Leverages a variety of open-source SAST tools under the hood.
Unique Value: Provides a seamless and convenient way to add static application security testing to the development lifecycle for teams already using GitLab.
🎯 Use Cases (4)
✅ Best For
- Running automated SAST scans as part of the default CI/CD pipeline for every project.
- Reviewing and managing vulnerabilities directly from the merge request widget.
💡 Check With Vendor
Verify these considerations match your specific requirements:
- Companies not using GitLab as their primary DevOps platform.
🏆 Alternatives
The main benefit over third-party tools is the tight, out-of-the-box integration with GitLab's source control, CI/CD, and issue tracking, creating a single application for the entire DevOps lifecycle.
💻 Platforms
✅ Offline Mode Available
🔌 Integrations
🛟 Support Options
- ✓ Email Support
- ✓ Dedicated Support (Premium/Ultimate tier)
🔒 Compliance & Security
💰 Pricing
✓ 30-day free trial
Free tier: Basic SAST scanners are available in the Free tier.
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