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IBM Rational AppScan lifecycle solution: Building Web Application Security

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Overview Many organizations depend on Web-based applications to run their business processes, conduct transactions and deliver sophisticated services. If these new applications are not properly secured, they can become a gateway for hackers to access corporate or personal data, placing the business at risk.

Learn how IBM Rational AppScan products can help your organization avoid these risks by combining comprehensive scanning of your Web applications with easy-to-understand fix recommendations.

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Publisher	IBM	File Format	PDF
Date Published	December 2007	Downloads	3
Format	White Papers
Topics	Software Engineering, Application Security Tools, Security Management, Security Tools, Application Development

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