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Trusted Library

Definition

A trusted library is a collection of pre-verified and secure code modules or components that are used within software applications to perform specific functions. These libraries are considered reliable and have been vetted for security vulnerabilities, ensuring they do not introduce risks into the application.

How it Works

Using a trusted library can reduce the chances of introducing errors compared to writing code from scratch.

Considerations

Note: This resource should not be considered a definitive or exhaustive coding guideline.

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References

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Guideline

The following references were used to develop the Trusted Library knowledge-base article.

(Note: the consideration of references does not imply specific functionality exists in an offering.)

Leverage Security Frameworks and Libraries

Reference Type: Guideline Organization: OWASP

Source:

https://top10proactive.owasp.org/archive/2018/c2-leverage-security-frameworks-libraries/

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