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Executive SummaryUpdated on Mar 29, 2026

Veracode and OpenText are key players in the application security sector. Veracode appears to have an advantage due to its comprehensive integration features and educational tools, whereas OpenText shines with its competitive pricing model.

Features: Veracode is recognized for its robust static and dynamic scanning capabilities, integration with developer tools, and educational guidance for vulnerability management. OpenText provides essential security features with a pricing model appealing for cost-effective solutions, focusing primarily on static code analysis.

Room for Improvement: Veracode users often cite challenges with high false-positive rates, lengthy scanning processes, and a complex user interface. Users also mention concerns about its high-cost pricing structure. OpenText could enhance its offerings by diversifying features and improving support to better match Veracode's comprehensive services.

Ease of Deployment and Customer Service: Veracode supports a range of deployment environments, including private, public, and hybrid clouds, offering extensive but sometimes inconsistent support. OpenText primarily offers on-premises and hybrid cloud deployment with generally positive, prompt customer service, albeit with less comprehensive support options than Veracode.

Pricing and ROI: Veracode is positioned as a premium solution, with extensive integrations providing long-term security cost reductions for larger enterprises. OpenText appeals to cost-sensitive buyers with essential security capabilities, making it a cost-effective choice for organizations looking to avoid overspending on expanded features offered by Veracode.

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OpenText Static Application Security Testing vs. Veracode

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ROI

Sentiment score

6.8

OpenText Static Application Security Testing received mixed reviews, praising cost savings and partnerships, but highlighting challenges in quantifying ROI.

Sentiment score

6.5

Veracode boosts ROI by reducing security breaches and costs, enhancing compliance, and integrating effective vulnerability detection and automation.

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The scanners of Veracode bring status of the weaknesses in the current infrastructure. It scans and provides reports regarding the servers, the network, and the applications running on those servers.

AlejandroMosso

Senior Solutions Architect at IDS Comercial

Regarding price, the evaluation should focus on how efficiently they will recover their investment, considering the time saved through the use of Veracode Fix, for example, and the ability to fix code at dev time compared to the problems faced when fixing after the product is already deployed.

reviewer2703864

Head of Security Architecture at a healthcare company with 5,001-10,000 employees

We did see a return on investment with Veracode, as we segregated our remediation efforts, which reduced our time to delivery as well as the number of engineers needed to help us in delivering a secure solution.

reviewer2774562

DevSecOps Engineer at a tech services company with 11-50 employees

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Customer Service

Sentiment score

6.7

Generally positive with dedicated teams, though some seek improvements in ticket system and responsiveness for OpenText support.

Sentiment score

7.2

Veracode's support is praised for expertise and responsiveness, though some report delays, improvements noted with dedicated managers.

The customer service and support for Fortify Static Code Analyzer are better than those for LoadRunner.

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CTO at Marco Technology

The technical support has been good because we always received answers to our questions.

EvgenGulak

Manager at DTEK

Access to the engineering team is crucial for faster feedback on the product fix process.

SrikanthRaghavan

Principal Architect at a consultancy with 11-50 employees

I have communicated with the technical support of Veracode a couple of times, and this was a really great experience because these professionals know their material.

Andrei Kriukov

Application Security Specialist at Herrenknecht

They share detailed information via email, including screenshots or further clarification about the issue.

reviewer2753535

DevSecOps Engineer at a tech services company with 1,001-5,000 employees

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Scalability Issues

Sentiment score

7.8

OpenText SAST is scalable for various project sizes but needs improvement in speed and infrastructure management.

Sentiment score

7.4

Veracode is praised for effective scalability across diverse needs, though costs and complexity can increase with scaling.

Fortify Static Code Analyzer integrates well and is scalable.

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CTO at Marco Technology

Cloud solutions are easier to scale than on-premise solutions.

AlejandroMosso

Senior Solutions Architect at IDS Comercial

It has a good capacity to scale effectively.

Brintha Prabakar

Lead Automation Quality Engineer in Leading UK Bank at a consultancy with 10,001+ employees

Implementing these features into our normal CI/CD was good, so I can say that scalability is really good.

Andrei Kriukov

Application Security Specialist at Herrenknecht

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Stability Issues

Sentiment score

7.5

OpenText Static Application Security Testing is reliable and stable, with improvements since version 19.10, and benefits from proper training.

Sentiment score

7.8

Veracode is generally stable with minor glitches, but could improve speed and communication for enhanced reliability.

The stability of Fortify Static Code Analyzer is generally good.

CTO at Marco Technology

I would rate the product stability as an eight.

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Lead Information Security Analyst at a financial services firm with 10,001+ employees

If the Veracode server is down, we experience many issues during the scan.

Brintha Prabakar

Lead Automation Quality Engineer in Leading UK Bank at a consultancy with 10,001+ employees

I have observed that it is not that reliable in terms of security because Veracode was not able to find some security threats in our application that existed since the product was developed.

Yash Shende

Software Development Engineer II at Rocket Software

It's not that easy to onboard, but once they have been onboarded on the platform, and the pipeline configured alongside the product configured, it works effectively.

reviewer2703864

Head of Security Architecture at a healthcare company with 5,001-10,000 employees

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Room For Improvement

OpenText SAST faces high costs, complex use, false positives, and needs better integration, language support, and feature enhancements.

Veracode is criticized for high costs, licensing rigidity, false positives, slow UI, and limited integration and language support.

We would appreciate if the AI could give us more information about improvements and reduce the number of false positives, but this solution doesn't have this function yet.

EvgenGulak

Manager at DTEK

It should be easier to install, perhaps through a container-based approach where everything is combined into one image or pack of containers.

CTO at Marco Technology

It would be really helpful to include trending vulnerabilities and how to manage them.

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Lead Information Security Analyst at a financial services firm with 10,001+ employees

If it could be integrated directly with code repositories such as Bitbucket or GitHub, without the need to create a pipeline to upload and decode code, it would simplify the code scan process significantly.

Himadri Subudhi

Works

We had issues with scanning large applications. Scanning took a lot of time, so we kept it outside the DevOps pipeline to avoid delaying deployments.

Brintha Prabakar

Lead Automation Quality Engineer in Leading UK Bank at a consultancy with 10,001+ employees

A nice addition would be if it could be extended for scenarios with custom cleansers.

reviewer2700198

IT App Security Senior Analyst at a transportation company with 10,001+ employees

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Setup Cost

Enterprise users find OpenText Static Application Security Testing's pricing high but consider it economical compared to other major solutions.

Veracode's pricing is high and complex, valued by enterprises but expensive for smaller businesses with flexible options.

The pricing of Fortify Static Code Analyzer is good, with a flexible model that allows customers to choose a setup that suits their needs.

CTO at Marco Technology

My experience with the pricing, setup costs, and licensing has been good.

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Lead Information Security Analyst at a financial services firm with 10,001+ employees

It's not the most expensive solution.

AlejandroMosso

Senior Solutions Architect at IDS Comercial

Overall, Veracode's pricing is lower and more scalable than many alternatives in the market.

reviewer2753535

DevSecOps Engineer at a tech services company with 1,001-5,000 employees

If there's a security gap, you'll never know the cost or effect.

Himadri Subudhi

Works

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Valuable Features

OpenText SAST enhances security by automating vulnerability detection, integrating across tools, and providing detailed remediation and compliance guidance.

Veracode offers effective security analysis, CI/CD integration, multi-language support, and detailed reports for secure, compliant software development.

Fortify Static Code Analyzer has the capability of giving fewer false positives compared to other tools.

Lead Information Security Analyst at a financial services firm with 10,001+ employees

The most valuable feature of Fortify Static Code Analyzer is its extensive language support, covering many languages from legacy ones to the newest.

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CTO at Marco Technology

The most impactful feature of Fortify Static Code Analyzer in identifying vulnerabilities is the ratio of total number of vulnerabilities to false positives.

EvgenGulak

Manager at DTEK

It offers confidence by preventing exposure to vulnerabilities and helps ensure that we are not deploying vulnerable code into production.

Kv Rao

Site Leader (India) at Industrial Scientific

The best features in Veracode include static analysis and the early detection of vulnerable libraries; it integrates with tools such as Jenkins.

Himadri Subudhi

Works

It fixes issues directly in the IDE while you're doing it.

reviewer2700198

IT App Security Senior Analyst at a transportation company with 10,001+ employees

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Categories and Ranking

OpenText Static Application...

Ranking in Static Code Analysis

8th

Average Rating

8.2

Reviews Sentiment

6.9

Number of Reviews

Ranking in other categories

No ranking in other categories

Veracode

Ranking in Static Code Analysis

1st

Average Rating

8.0

Reviews Sentiment

6.9

Number of Reviews

208

Ranking in other categories

Application Security Tools (3rd), Static Application Security Testing (SAST) (3rd), Container Security (13th), Software Composition Analysis (SCA) (2nd), Dynamic Application Security Testing (DAST) (1st), Application Security Posture Management (ASPM) (3rd)

Mindshare comparison

As of October 2026, in the Static Code Analysis category, the mindshare of OpenText Static Application Security Testing is 4.3%, down from 9.8% compared to the previous year. The mindshare of Veracode is 10.7%, down from 21.1% compared to the previous year. It is calculated based on PeerSpot user engagement data.

Static Code Analysis Mindshare Distribution
Product	Mindshare (%)
Veracode	10.7%
OpenText Static Application Security Testing	4.3%
Other	85.0%

Static Code Analysis

Featured Reviews

Focuses on detailed scans to find critical vulnerabilities while ensuring minimal false positives

Lead Information Security Analyst at a financial services firm with 10,001+ employees

I think Fortify Static Code Analyzer could be improved by updating the number of rule packs according to the latest vulnerabilities we find each year. We have updated to a version that is one less than the current latest version. It would be really helpful to include trending vulnerabilities and how to manage them. While it includes all the OWASP top factors, AI has come into the picture, so those updates should also be considered. I haven't thought much about additional features for improvement since I am using it daily. Most of our work revolves around scanning and providing the results, which sometimes feels like a crunch. However, I believe rule pack updates should be implemented. It feels easy to upgrade to the latest version as well.

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Yash Shende

Software Development Engineer II at Rocket Software

Monthly scans have provided baseline security but still miss critical vulnerabilities

Veracode can improve to stand in this market. They do not have to do much; they just need to improve their UI experience and add more documentation within the application rather than just creating documentation pages on different websites. They need to ensure their web application guides whoever uses it. Since whoever uses Veracode must be a technical person, they just need to guide them to the actual points. They can also improve their security capabilities by adding more filters to identify what vulnerabilities their application has. They need to improve their scanning engine to scan for more critical defects. Also, the integration part can be enhanced by adding features to integrate with a CLI, such as introducing a CLI version or a Jenkins plugin. If such features exist, they should show it as a pop-up, signaling that they have a new feature. Currently, it feels Veracode from two years ago is still the same, so that is something Veracode needs to improve. They can improve the security part. Some of the severe security issues were never caught by Veracode in the reports. In fact, I have never seen any high or critical severity issues pop up in my Veracode report. That is one thing they can improve on their scanning ability to catch high severity issues. Next is integration; Veracode does not provide any tools to integrate with Jenkins or CLI. I do not even know if there is any CLI for Veracode that I can use to automate in my pipeline. The last thing is the UI interface that they have, as it is a bit confusing. I remember we did not have the capability to handle authentications of our internal application. We had to write Selenium code using a Selenium IDE. To write a Selenium script for a Veracode scan, you have to download a Selenium IDE, record it, and then paste that file into Veracode. I can see that Selenium IDE is already decommissioned, so it is no longer used by anyone. Still, we have to use it because Veracode only supports that kind of file for Selenium to automate. They can add more ways to authenticate our application using normal JavaScript or Python or Shell script. I feel these are the four main points. They can document it more by adding tooltips into the application that explain why a parameter is required and what other options are available. For the same example with the Selenium script, they can add a link to their documentation that explains what other kinds of scripts can be written for authentication. I feel they can also make the UI more intuitive so that whoever uses it can guide themselves, as whoever uses Veracode is already a technical person.

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Top Industries

By visitors reading reviews

Financial Services Firm

23%

Manufacturing Company

Computer Software Company

Government

Financial Services Firm

14%

Manufacturing Company

12%

Outsourcing Company

Computer Software Company

Company Size

By reviewers

Large Enterprise

Midsize Enterprise

Small Business

By reviewers
Company Size	Count
Small Business	4
Midsize Enterprise	3
Large Enterprise	11

By reviewers
Company Size	Count
Small Business	70
Midsize Enterprise	46
Large Enterprise	114

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Also Known As

Fortify Static Code Analysis SAST

Crashtest Security , Veracode Detect

Overview

OpenText Static Application Security Testing empowers teams with efficient vulnerability detection and streamlined secure coding practices, offering comprehensive language support and seamless integration with development tools.

OpenText Static Application Security Testing enhances software security during development by accurately identifying vulnerabilities with minimal false positives. It integrates seamlessly with IDEs and CI/CD pipelines, making it highly efficient for early detection of security issues. Users benefit from its easy setup, clear documentation, and centralized portal for managing security findings. Despite facing challenges like high costs and complex configurations for certain languages, its role in facilitating compliance and streamlining secure coding processes is indispensable. Improvements are needed in areas such as outdated design, language support, and integration capabilities to meet evolving user expectations.

What features does OpenText Static Application Security Testing offer?

Seamless IDE Integration: Integrates effortlessly with development environments for real-time feedback.
Comprehensive Language Support: Covers a wide range of programming languages, enhancing detection accuracy.
Centralized Security Portal: Provides a streamlined interface for managing vulnerabilities.

What benefits and ROI should users consider?

Enhanced Security: Identifies vulnerabilities early, preventing potential breaches.
Time Efficiency: Automates processes and speeds up remediation efforts.
Compliance Facilitation: Assists in adhering to security standards and regulations.

Organizations across diverse sectors implement OpenText Static Application Security Testing primarily to secure applications during development phases. Its integration with tools like GitLab, Jenkins, and Azure DevOps ensures a robust security pipeline. By combining with Sonatype Nexus, secure code, and library management is achieved effectively.

OpenText

Veracode is a leading provider of application security solutions, offering tools to identify, mitigate, and prevent vulnerabilities across the software development lifecycle. Its cloud-based platform integrates security into DevOps workflows, helping organizations ensure that their code remains secure and compliant with industry standards.

Veracode supports multiple application security testing types, including static analysis (SAST), dynamic analysis (DAST), software composition analysis (SCA), and manual penetration testing. These tools are designed to help developers detect vulnerabilities early in development while maintaining speed in deployment. Veracode also emphasizes scalability, offering features for enterprises that manage a large number of applications across different teams. Its robust reporting and analytics capabilities allow organizations to continuously monitor their security posture and track progress toward remediation.

What are the key features of Veracode?

Static Analysis (SAST) - Scans source code for vulnerabilities before deployment.
Dynamic Analysis (DAST) - Examines applications in a running state to detect flaws in real-time.
Software Composition Analysis (SCA) - Identifies risks in open-source libraries and third-party components.
Manual Penetration Testing - Offers expert analysis for more complex vulnerabilities.
Integrations with DevOps tools - Seamlessly integrates with CI/CD pipelines for automated security checks.

What benefits should users consider in Veracode reviews?

Early detection of vulnerabilities - Helps developers fix security issues early in the development process.
Scalability - Supports organizations with large-scale application portfolios.
Compliance support - Ensures applications meet various security standards and regulations.
Developer training - Provides tools for educating developers on secure coding practices.
Comprehensive reporting - Offers detailed reports that track remediation and risk trends.

Veracode is widely adopted in industries like finance, healthcare, and government, where compliance and security are critical. It helps these organizations maintain strict security standards while enabling rapid development through its integration with Agile and DevOps methodologies.

Veracode helps businesses secure their applications efficiently, ensuring they can deliver safe and compliant software at scale.

Sample Customers

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Manhattan Associates, Azalea Health, Sabre, QAD, Floor & Decor, Prophecy International, SchoolCNXT, Keap, Rekner, Cox Automotive, Automation Anywhere, State of Missouri and others.

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