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IDC PlanScape: An Application Security Framework to Secure the Software Development Environment and Life Cycle

Publisher IDC
Published Sep 09, 2025
Length 18 Pages
SKU # IDC20398278

Description

This IDC PlanScape discusses IDC's application security framework to secure the software development environment and life cycle.According to Gerald Johnston, adjunct research advisor for IDC's IT Executive Programs (IEP), "Application security is not just an IT concern; it's a business imperative. Developer environments and privileged access are the new keys to the kingdom and must be protected with the same rigor as customer data or financial assets."

Table of Contents

18 Pages

IDC PlanScape Figure

Executive Summary

Why Is an Application Security Framework Important?

What Is an Application Security Framework?

Secure the Design

Secure the Code

Harden the Development Environment

Manage Vulnerabilities Across the Life Cycle

Who Are the Key Stakeholders?

How Can My Organization Take Advantage of an Application Security Framework?

Secure the Design

Define and Communicate Secure Development Policies

Integrate Security Requirements into Planning

Secure the Code

Equip Development Teams with Approved Tools and Reusable Patterns

Embed Security into the CI/CD Pipelines

Reinforce Secure Coding Discipline

Harden the Development Environment

Operationalize Vulnerability Management

Create and Track Risks and Vulnerabilities as Part of the Life-Cyle Process

Gather Intelligence

Make Risk Visible to Leadership

Advice for Technology Buyers

Strategic

Tactical

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