Original Post: The Impact of Identifying Code-Specific Issues
Automated security tools have not had a significant impact on reducing software vulnerabilities, largely due to their lack of developer-friendliness. To improve this, security tools need to be fast, relevant to developers’ work, and well-integrated into their workflow. Customizing rules for security tools can greatly improve developer trust and interaction with the tool by providing tailored feedback and solutions. Different tools allow customization of rules through APIs, custom languages, and formatting languages. Choosing a tool that makes rule customization easy and efficient is essential for improving developer fix rates and overall security processes. If interested in writing custom rules, Semgrep is a tool that allows for customization and improvements in security indicators.
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