Dryrun Security
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Dryrun Security ensures real-time code security by analyzing pull requests and integrating seamlessly as a GitHub App.
What is Dryrun Security?
Dryrun Security is a tool designed to enhance code security by providing developers with real-time security context as they write code. It aims to simplify security testing for developers by offering a security buddy that analyzes every pull request to ensure the safety and integrity of the code changes being made. The tool is optimized for various languages and frameworks and is integrated as a GitHub App, allowing for easy installation and quick code reviews. Dryrun Security helps developers by offering benefits such as near real-time feedback, repository protection, and improved developer productivity. The founders of Dryrun Security, James Wickett and Ken Johnson, emphasize the importance of empowering developers with the tools they need to prioritize security and quality in their code development process.
Who created Dryrun Security?
Dryrun Security was founded by James Wickett, the CEO and Co-Founder, and Ken Johnson, the CTO and Co-Founder. James Wickett initiated the company with the belief that developers value security and quality but lack the necessary tools from the security industry. Ken Johnson, who previously led internal security code reviews at GitHub, joined as the CTO. The company was launched on December 6, 2023, to provide developers with an AI-powered tool for automated in-line security checks during the coding process, supporting various languages and frameworks while aiming to enhance developer productivity and code security.
What is Dryrun Security used for?
- Supports multiple languages and frameworks
- Automated in-line security checks
- Fast security reviews
- Protects every code repository
- Increases development pipeline velocity
- Contextual Security Analysis
- Reduced false positives
- Examines Authentication and Authorization
- Examines Sensitive Codepaths
- Examines Sensitive Functions
Who is Dryrun Security for?
- Developers
- Security professionals
How to use Dryrun Security?
DryRun Security is an AI-powered tool designed to support developers by providing automated in-line security checks during coding processes. To use DryRun Security effectively, follow these steps:
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Installation: Install the DryRun Security GitHub App to the desired repositories. This takes less than a minute.
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Coding Process: Write code as usual. Whenever a pull request is created (code change in GitHub), DryRun Security checks will run automatically.
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Security Context: Before merging any code changes, developers receive security context delivered in just a few seconds. This ensures that developers have an understanding of the security implications of their changes before merging.
By following these simple steps, developers can leverage DryRun Security to enhance security practices, speed up the development pipeline, and ensure safer code changes.
Pros
- Automated in-line security checks
- Supports multiple languages and frameworks
- GitHub App quick installation
- Fast security reviews
- Protects every code repository
- Increases development pipeline velocity
- Contextual Security Analysis
- Reduced false positives
- Examines Authentication and Authorization
- Examines Sensitive Codepaths
- Examines Sensitive Functions
- Examines Authorship and Intent
- Examines Code Brittleness
- Near real-time feedback
- Developer-friendly interface
Cons
- Limited to GitHub repositories
- Missing support for some languages
- Limited accuracy details provided
- Reliance on pull request workflow
- Unknown performance on large projects
- Potentially overgeneralized security analysis
- Lack of enterprise features
- In beta, potential instability
- Lack of detailed technical documentation
Dryrun Security FAQs
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What is the benefit of signing up for the beta?
- DryRun Security is in beta, and they are working with a select group of customers. By signing up, you can expect to hear from them as new spots open up for the beta.
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Do I have to use GitHub?
- Yes, you do. DryRun Security currently only works with code repositories on GitHub.
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What is Contextual Security Analysis and how does it work?
- DryRun Security gathers security context on every code change and evaluates it across the SLIDE model (Surface, Language, Intent, Detections, & Environment), providing a comprehensive view of the riskiness of the change.
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How fast is DryRun Security's review process?
- DryRun Security's review process is very fast, offering quick security reviews in just seconds.
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Does DryRun Security offer protection for every source code repository?
- Yes, DryRun Security offers a protection layer for every source code repository within an organization.
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How does DryRun Security aid in the coding process?
- DryRun Security aids in the coding process by implementing automated real-time inline security checks, enabling developers to work at a faster pace.
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What does 'security context' mean in terms of DryRun Security?
- 'Security context' in terms of DryRun Security refers to the provision of relevant security details and implications to developers right as a pull request is opened, helping them code more securely.
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What is 'Contextual Security Analysis' in DryRun Security?
- 'Contextual Security Analysis' in DryRun Security is a unique examining process applied to every pull request. It evaluates each code change in the context of its potential security implications.
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