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GuardRails

by GuardRails · Since 2017
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Quick facts
VendorGuardRails
Year launched2017
StatusActive
LocationSingapore
Countries servedGlobal
Languages10
Integrations13+
Free tierYES
Free trial
Contact salesYES

About GuardRails

GuardRails is an application security software from GuardRails that makes AppSec easier for security and development teams. It combines scanning, detection, and real-time guidance to fix vulnerabilities early in web applications, helping teams address security issues proactively. By providing actionable insights, it allows organizations to integrate security practices into their development workflows effectively. GuardRails supports various programming languages and frameworks, ensuring comprehensive coverage for different types of applications. Key capabilities: vulnerability scanning real-time remediation guidance integration with CI/CD pipelines support for multiple programming languages detailed security reports Best for: security and development teams that need to identify and remediate vulnerabilities in web applications early in the development process.

GuardRails presents itself as a comprehensive DevSecOps platform aiming to shift security left and empower development teams to build secure software from the start. Its core value proposition lies in its seamless integration with existing developer workflows, eliminating the need for context switching and specialized security tools. By embedding security directly within version control systems like GitHub, GitLab, Bitbucket, and Azure DevOps, GuardRails streamlines the process of identifying and remediating vulnerabilities. This approach not only simplifies security for developers but also reduces the burden on security teams, allowing them to focus on broader security strategies rather than getting bogged down in triaging individual vulnerabilities. The platform's emphasis on real-time feedback is a significant advantage, providing developers with immediate insights into security issues as they write code. This allows for quick fixes and prevents vulnerabilities from propagating further down the development pipeline. The contextual guidance provided by GuardRails is particularly helpful, offering developers not just a list of vulnerabilities but also actionable advice on how to fix them.

Pros & Cons

What users like
  • +Easy to use with minimal configuration.
  • +Integrates well with GitHub, GitLab, and Bitbucket.
  • +Provides source code vulnerability detection before deployment.
  • +Helps improve security visibility and issue management.
  • +Supports automated scanning in pull requests.
What users flag
  • Occasionally returns false positives in scan results.
  • Some issues when integrating with Bitbucket.
  • Requires updates to certain libraries manually.
  • Limited access control features for team management.
  • Customer support response time could be improved.

Features

Key features

1. Seamless VCS Integration – Works directly with GitHub, GitLab, Bitbucket, and Azure DevOps.
2. Automated Security Scans – Instantly detects security vulnerabilities in new and existing repositories.
3. Real-Time Developer Guidance – Provides in-line remediation for detected vulnerabilities.
4. Curated Security Rules – Reduces false positives and false negatives with high-accuracy scanning.
5. Multi-Language Support – Covers 22+ programming languages.
6. Customizable AppSec Policies – Allows security teams to define and enforce custom security rules.
7. Centralized Dashboard – Gives full visibility into vulnerabilities, risk assessments, and compliance metrics.
8. On-Premise or Cloud Deployment – Flexible hosting options based on business needs.

Additional features

1. Static Application Security Testing (SAST) – Identifies vulnerabilities in source code.
2. Dynamic Application Security Testing (DAST) – Scans for runtime vulnerabilities.
3. Software Composition Analysis (SCA) – Detects vulnerable open-source dependencies.
4. Infrastructure as Code (IaC) Security – Scans Terraform, Kubernetes, AWS CloudFormation, and more.
5. Secrets Detection – Prevents hardcoded credentials like API keys, passwords, and tokens.
6. Compliance Reporting – Helps teams align with OWASP, GDPR, NIST, and other security frameworks.
7. Automated Fix Suggestions – Provides step-by-step remediation guidance.
8. Security Metrics & Analytics – Tracks progress, trends, and overall risk posture.
9. Role-Based Access Control (RBAC) – Ensures granular permissions for different users.
10. Enterprise-Level Customization – Adaptable to large organizations with advanced security needs.

Pricing

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Monthly plans

Standard

USD 35

Professional

USD 55

Countries & Languages

Global
Countries served
10
Interface languages
2
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