JFrog’s Conan introduces Conan Audit to strengthen C/C++ dependency security – News

JFrog Inc.-owned software package manager for C/C++ development environments Conan today introduced Conan Audit, a new security feature that enables developers to analyze dependencies for vulnerabilities before a project is built.

Conan Audit has been designed to address the growing security challenges in the fragmented C/C++ ecosystem and integrates with the JFrog Platform to provide detailed vulnerability insights, helping DevOps and security teams proactively manage risks. The new functionality aims to enhance software security, streamline dependency management, and improve efficiency in both small-scale projects and enterprise environments.

The service allows developers to identify vulnerabilities in dependencies before compilation. The new service automatically undertakes security checks within the package management process to minimize the risk of shipping insecure applications.

Conan Audit integrates with the JFrog Platform and leverages its advanced security capabilities to provide detailed vulnerability insights. Developers can configure Conan Audit to use their existing JFrog instances, ensuring greater flexibility and control over security analysis.

The service offers cross-platform compatibility and detailed dependency tracking to simplify security management across various operating systems and build environments. The net result is that developers can maintain consistent security practices regardless of their project’s complexity.

Conan Audit also enhances security by allowing developers to identify vulnerabilities in dependencies before a project is built, reducing the risk of security breaches. Conan Audit’s cross-platform compatibility ensures consistent dependency management across various operating systems and development environments.

Through its ability to manage complex dependency graphs, Conan Audit makes it easier for C/C++ users to track and secure software components. The tool improves efficiency by automating dependency management and security checks, reducing human error and saving development time.

“Adopting the Conan Package Manager with its integrated Conan Audit functionality offers numerous benefits for development, operations, and security teams working with C/C++, by providing a comprehensive and secure dependency management solution,” the Conan team wrote in a blog post. “Conan helps teams build and maintain high-quality, secure applications with the option of integrating the advanced security features of the JFrog Platform, resulting in consistent, reliable, and secure C/C++ applications.”

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