Open Source Software Audit (OSS)
Streamlining Open Source Compliance and Security
Prescient Security's Open Source Software Audit services address the intricacies of OSS, ensuring legal compliance, security, and operational efficiency for your software projects.
Key Benefits of an Open Source Software Audit -
- Enhanced Trust in the security and operational efficiency of your software projects
- Maximized insight and control over your open-source assets
- A demonstration of your organization's commitment to open-source software security at the most rigorous standard
- Ensured compliance and operational and commercial viability in your organization's use of OSS
- Adherence to OSS best practices and latest industry standards
Learn how an Open Source Software audit can fortify your organization's security posture today.
Open Source Software Audit (OSS)
Streamlining Open Source Compliance and Security
Prescient Security's Open Source Software Audit services address the intricacies of OSS, ensuring legal compliance, security, and operational efficiency for your software projects.
Key Benefits of an Open Source Software Audit -
- Enhanced Trust in the security and operational efficiency of your software projects
- Maximized insight and control over your open-source assets
- A demonstration of your organization's commitment to open-source software security at the most rigorous standard
- Ensured compliance and operational and commercial viability in your organization's use of OSS
- Adherence to OSS best practices and latest industry standards
Learn how an Open Source Software audit can fortify your organization's security posture today.
Open Source Software Audits by Prescient Security
Open source software (OSS) is the backbone of most applications, so managing and auditing these components is critical for the integrity and success of your software projects. Our comprehensive audit process encompasses everything from pre-audit preparation and identification of OSS components to risk assessment, detailed reporting, and focused follow-up actions.
Pre-Audit Preparation
- Detailed Scoping: Our pre-audit preparation clearly maps out of the audit process for time-sensitive scenarios like mergers and acquisitions.
- Thorough Analysis: We involve a dedicated project manager in exploring your codebase and its architecture, establishing a solid foundation for the audit.
Identification of Open Source Components
- Expert Identification: Our team of expert auditors leverages advanced tools and deep expertise to pinpoint OSS components within your codebase accurately.
- Software Bill of Materials: A comprehensive SBOM is created, detailing every open source element in your software.
Risk Assessment
- Multifaceted Risk Evaluation: We assess legal, security, and operational risks, delivering a holistic view of the OSS components' impact on your software.
Report Generation and Review
- In-depth Reporting: Our audit culminates in detailed reports, offering prioritized insights for effective decision-making.
- Review and Consultation: A post-audit review call is recommended to fully understand the audit findings and their business implications.
Remediation and Follow-up
- Targeted Remediation: We provide guidance on addressing any identified issues, ensuring your software meets all compliance and security standards.
- Verification and Assurance: Post-remediation scans verify the resolution of issues, assuring compliance and security.
The Role of Legal and Technical Teams in Remediation
Effective remediation requires a collaborative effort between legal and technical teams. Legal experts assess licenses to address conflicts and exposures, while technical insights are vital for implementing potential fixes. With more than 70 open source licenses approved by authorities like the Free Software Foundation (FSF) and the Open Source Initiative (OSI), our legal and technical teams’ expertise ensures comprehensive coverage.Our Open-Source Audit Process
- Secure Upload: We will create a secure SharePoint folder for you and send you your code (zipped file/tarball).
- Scanning and Reporting: We conduct thorough scans and generate a detailed report.
- Bill of Materials (BOM) and Audit Report: Receive a comprehensive list of dependencies and an in-depth audit report highlighting IP risks and vulnerabilities.
- Attestation: A Letter of Attestation on Audit Post Remediation confirms the thoroughness and results of our audit.
The Role of Legal and Technical Teams in Remediation
Effective remediation requires a collaborative effort between legal and technical teams. Legal experts assess licenses to address conflicts and exposures, while technical insights are vital for implementing potential fixes. With more than 70 open source licenses approved by authorities like the Free Software Foundation (FSF) and the Open Source Initiative (OSI), our legal and technical teams’ expertise ensures comprehensive coverage.Our Open-Source Audit Process
- Secure Upload: We will create a secure SharePoint folder for you and send you your code (zipped file/tarball).
- Scanning and Reporting: We conduct thorough scans and generate a detailed report.
- Bill of Materials (BOM) and Audit Report: Receive a comprehensive list of dependencies and an in-depth audit report highlighting IP risks and vulnerabilities.
- Attestation: A Letter of Attestation on Audit Post Remediation confirms the thoroughness and results of our audit.
The Prescient Security Edge
Why Choose Prescient Security For Open Source Software Audits
Our open-source software auditing approach aligns with best practices and the latest industry standards. By integrating legal and technical expertise, Prescient Security ensure compliance and operational and commercial viability in your use of OSS. Our audits are designed to be comprehensive yet efficient, minimizing disruption while maximizing insight and control over your open-source assets.
The Prescient Security Edge
Why Choose Prescient Security For Open Source Software Audits
Our approach to open source software auditing aligns with best practices and the latest industry standards. By integrating both legal and technical expertise, Prescient Security ensures compliance, along with operational and commercial viability in your use of OSS. Our audits are designed to be comprehensive yet efficient, minimizing disruption while maximizing insight and control over your open source assets.