A security analyst is researching best practices for securing a new web application. The analyst needs to find a reputable, community-driven source for identifying common web application vulnerabilities and mitigation techniques. Which of the following organizations is best known for providing this type of guidance through resources like the "Top 10" list?
Center for Internet Security (CIS)
National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST)
International Organization for Standardization (ISO)
The correct answer is the Open Web Application Security Project (OWASP). OWASP is a non-profit foundation that works to improve the security of software. It is renowned for its community-led open-source projects, including the widely recognized OWASP Top 10 list, which outlines the most critical security risks to web applications. The Center for Internet Security (CIS) provides security benchmarks for various systems, the International Organization for Standardization (ISO) develops broad information security management standards like ISO 27001, and the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) creates cybersecurity frameworks and guidelines. While all are important in cybersecurity, OWASP is specifically focused on web application security and is famous for its 'Top 10' list.
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