CODESTAX / SAST Scanning
SAST scanning. From source code to a reviewed fix.
Find security patterns in the code your team writes. CodeStax brings static analysis, finding context, and remediation guidance into one code security workspace.
See plans and usage limitsWhat is SAST?
Static Application Security Testing (SAST) examines source code for potentially insecure patterns without running the application. It helps developers identify issues such as injection flaws, weak cryptography, and unsafe data handling during development.
Source-level findings with context
The SAST Analyzer checks language-specific security patterns and maps findings to Common Weakness Enumeration (CWE) identifiers where available. Use the affected file and rule evidence to decide whether a finding applies to your application.
Language coverage that fits your repositories
Documented languages include Python, JavaScript, TypeScript, Java, Go, Ruby, PHP, C#, Kotlin, Swift, and Rust. Rule depth varies by language and configuration. Evaluate representative files from your own stack before relying on a gate.
Triage before remediation
Use severity and available AI-assisted analysis to organize review work. A proposed fix needs developer validation. Static analysis cannot prove that an application is secure or that every flagged pattern is exploitable.
SAST and SCA in the same workflow
SAST reviews the code you write. Software Composition Analysis reviews third-party dependencies for known vulnerabilities and license information. CodeStax brings both into a repository security workflow, alongside secret and infrastructure analysis.
Common questions
What is the difference between SAST and DAST?
SAST analyzes source code without running the application. Dynamic Application Security Testing (DAST) examines a running application from the outside. They provide different evidence; a SAST scan does not replace runtime security testing.
Can I use CodeStax SAST in CI/CD?
CodeStax documents API and CLI workflows for triggering scans and working with review quality gates. Configure the repository connection and required provider checks for your workflow. A published status alone does not enforce branch protection.
How should I evaluate a SAST tool?
Choose repositories that represent your languages and frameworks. Review confirmed findings, false positives, missed issues, analysis coverage, and the effort needed to act on results. Compare tools against the same reviewed code and configuration.
YOUR NEXT STEP
Evaluate with your own repository.
Review the findings, test the workflow, and decide with evidence.