Application security is an important part of cybercrime and cybersecurity, digital transformation and eCommerce and digital commerce. It ensures that programmes and apps - whether on smartphones, computers or the web - are protected against attacks and misuse.
Imagine you are shopping in an online shop. To ensure that your data such as address and payment information remains secure, the application security must be right. Developers build protection mechanisms into the software and regularly check for vulnerabilities. This is because cyber criminals specifically look for loopholes in apps in order to gain access to confidential data or cause damage.
A typical example: The security team discovers a vulnerability in an online banking programme that could allow outsiders to access account data. Thanks to good application security, the problem is quickly recognised and rectified with an update before any damage is done.
For companies, application security means protecting not only themselves, but also their customers' data. Security is therefore not just about technology, but also about trust - and is more important today than ever.
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