Cybersecurity
DevSecOps
Definition
DevSecOps stands for development, security, and operations. It's an approach to culture, automation, and platform design that integrates security as a shared responsibility throughout the entire IT lifecycle. It is an extension of the DevOps philosophy.
Why It Matters
DevSecOps aims to automate and embed security controls into the CI/CD pipeline, allowing teams to deliver software that is both fast and secure. It breaks down the silo between development and security teams.
Contextual Example
In a DevSecOps pipeline, when a developer commits code, it might automatically be scanned for vulnerabilities (SAST) and for insecure dependencies. If a high-severity issue is found, the build can be automatically failed, providing immediate feedback to the developer.
Common Misunderstandings
- The mantra of DevSecOps is to "shift security left" – meaning to start it earlier in the development lifecycle.
- It is more about a cultural shift than a specific set of tools.