sca
Safeguard articles tagged "sca" — guides, analysis, and best practices for software supply chain and application security.
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Formidable npm: Security Review and Safe Usage of the File-Upload Parser
A security review of the formidable npm package: the file-upload risks, the CVEs assigned against it, and how to configure it so uploads stay safe.
Snyk Open Source: What It Does, Pricing, and How to Use It
A practical look at Snyk Open Source: how its SCA scanning and fix PRs work, the current pricing tiers, and where its free plan limits bite.
Choosing an Application Security Tool: What Actually Matters
The right application security tool is the one that fits your stack and your workflow, not the one with the longest feature list. Here is how the categories differ and how to choose.
Software Composition Analysis (SCA) explained: how it fin...
SCA scans your dependency tree against CVE databases to catch vulnerable open-source packages like Log4Shell before they reach production.
Reachability Analysis in 2025: Separating Exploitable Vulnerabilities from Noise
Reachability analysis determines whether a vulnerable function is actually called by your application. The technology has matured from research concept to production tool. Here is how it works and where it falls short.
Better Ruby Gemfile security: a step-by-step guide
A step-by-step guide to auditing your Gemfile.lock, spotting RubyGems supply chain attacks, and locking down Ruby dependencies before they ship.
Runtime Reachability Analysis: Cutting Through Vulnerabil...
Most CVE findings are noise. Here's how runtime reachability analysis separates exploitable risk from theoretical severity, and why CVSS alone can't prioritize your patch queue.
Best DevSecOps tools to secure the SDLC
Comparing the best DevSecOps tools to secure the SDLC: Mend.io's SCA-first platform vs Safeguard's reachability-driven, supply-chain-wide approach.
Best application security testing providers ranked
Mend.io built its reputation on SCA and open source dependency scanning. Here's how Safeguard's supply chain security approach compares.
JavaScript Security Scanner: How It Works and What to Use
A JavaScript security scanner analyzes your code and dependencies for vulnerabilities. Here's what the different scanner types catch and how to wire them into CI.
Automated Vulnerability Scanning Tools: How They Work and What to Look For
Automated vulnerability scanning tools turn a once-a-year audit into a continuous safety net — if you understand what each type actually inspects.
Mend.io alternatives for SCA/AppSec buyers
A concrete look at Mend.io alternatives for SCA and AppSec buyers, comparing policy enforcement, SBOM generation, and build integrity against Safeguard's unified platform.
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