DAST : Dynamic Application Security Testing

Secure your applications with the only 100% French, open source-inspired DAST tool that detects and validates vulnerabilities continuously.

Using black box tests on running applications, Patrowl identifies real threats like SQL injection, cross-site scripting (XSS), and authentication bypasses — with zero false positives, even in production.

Our DAST scanner delivers dynamic application security testing that goes far beyond traditional SAST tools.

  • Detailed reports on demand
    Track remediation progress and support audit documentation with clear, exportable findings.

  • Safe testing in live environments
    Scan production systems without disruption — even for critical apps and services.

  • Certified security expertise
    All findings are validated by experts (OSCP, OSWE, CEH) — zero false positives guaranteed.

  • Smart vulnerability prioritization
    Focus only on exploitable issues, based on context and impact.

  • Real-time visibility of your external attack surface
    Identify shadow IT, exposed assets, and forgotten web services — before attackers do.

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Why DAST is essential

With the rise of the cloud, microservices, and rapid DevSecOps cycles, modern applications are a primary target for attackers. Application security testing is no longer optional. A misconfigured endpoint, an injection SQL vulnerability, or a flawed authentication flow is enough to compromise critical assets.

Patrowl’s DAST solution simulates real-world attacks (black box test approach) to detect vulnerabilities in your running application, without requiring access to source code. Unlike static application security testing, which only scans code, our DAST scanner tests behavior in real-world conditions, ensuring accurate results — not guesses.

Our dynamic security testing process actively finds vulnerabilities that matter, prioritizes them based on real exploitability, and integrates seamlessly into your tools and workflows.

Black Box Penetration Testing Definition – A security testing method where testers assess a system with no prior knowledge, simulating real-world attacks to uncover vulnerabilities in exposed assets.

Two complementary DAST solutions

Continuous DAST scans + EASM

Automate the security of your applications with real-time visibility on your external attack surface.

  • Continuous DAST scans of web applications, APIs, and exposed interfaces

  • Detection of known vulnerabilities (CVE, CWE) and advanced threats (OWASP Top 10)

  • EASM (External Attack Surface Management) to uncover shadow IT

  • Contextual technical recommendations based on real risks

  • Seamless integration with security tools like Jira, ServiceNow, GLPI

  • Auto re-testing after remediation

  • Ideal for proactive production environment monitoring or DevSecOps pipelines

Offer 2: Hybrid Pentest (Automated + Manual)

For high-stakes environments, combine automation and human expertise in a complete black box DAST test.

  • Simulated attacks run in black box mode, no source code required

  • Follows industry standards: PTES, OSSTMM

  • Detection of complex or non-signature-based vulnerabilities

  • Manual validation by certified experts (OSCP, OSWE, CEH, GPEN, GWAPT)

  • Full report including exploitation proofs, risk analysis, and actionable fixes

  • Manual and automated re-tests post-remediation

  • Compliance-ready: DORA, NIS2, CyberScore

Core Features & Security Testing Process

Regain control of your attack surface

  • TLS certificate validation (expiry, cipher strength)

  • WAF/CDN detection and bypass analysis

  • DNS and email security checks (SPF, DKIM, DMARC, Reverse DNS)

  • Leaked credentials detection (pastebin, breach monitoring)

  • Discovery of risky services: admin panels, exposed databases, backdoors

  • Real-time change detection

    → Benefits: full visibility, regulatory compliance (RGPD/NIS2/DORA), and third-party security validation

Prioritize according to real-world threats

  • Auto-correlation with CISA KEV and EPSS scoring

  • Detection of live, weaponized exploits

  • Advanced logic to detect injection SQL and other critical flaws

  • Continuous threat intelligence via Patrowl’s internal CERT team


    → Benefits:
    time savings, reduced noise, focus on actual threats

Smarter CVE Management

  • CVE-to-technology mapping

  • Business-context filtering

  • Real-time enrichment based on exploitability

  • Passive scanning of web, APIs, and protocol layers

    → Benefits: fewer false positives, clearer risk picture, immediate compliance

Proactively manage exposed technologies

  • Automatic fingerprinting of tech stacks (products, versions)

  • No manual configuration needed

  • Mapped to known vulnerabilities

  • Auto-generated technical documentation

    → Benefits: anticipate obsolescence, control exposures, simplify audits

Export clean, audit-ready reports

  • Complete, exportable PDF reports

  • Sorting by criticality, technology, and standard (OWASP, CWE, SANS)

  • Includes IoCs and real payloads used during testing

    → Benefits: clean stakeholder communication, no manual formatting needed

Integrate with your existing security tools

  • Native ITSM connectors: Jira, ServiceNow, GLPI

  • Alerts via Slack, Teams, Email

  • Multi-tenant support for MSSPs or large groups

  • Full two-way ticket sync

    → Benefits: unified governance, automated remediation workflows, enterprise scalability

Ensure vulnerabilities are really fixed

  • Automatic re-testing post-remediation

  • Track by asset or group

  • Full history of remediation status

  • 30+ families of standardized tests (CVE, CWE, OWASP)

    → Benefits: full traceability, audit readiness, peace of mind

Vulnerability Management in 4 Steps

  1. Automated asset mapping
    Identify your exposed assets (shadow IT, websites, apps, third parties…) to avoid any blind spots.

  2. Active and passive detection
    Find known and unknown vulnerabilities, validated by our CERT and enriched with threat intelligence.

  3. Prioritized remediation
    Receive a clear, ranked action plan that integrates directly into your ITSM tools.

  4. Continuous monitoring
    Ensure fixes are effective through automated re-tests and reporting.

Black Box Penetration Testing Process – A step-by-step security assessment involving asset mapping, vulnerability identification, exploitation testing, and retesting to simulate real-world attacks and strengthen cybersecurity defenses

What makes our platform stand out?

    0 false positives

    Focus only on real, validated risks and vulnerabilities.

    0 configuration

    Fast and easy deployment — up and running in about 30 minutes.

    24/7/365

    Secure access with encryption and MFA/SSO authentication.

    SaaS solution

    No maintenance or client-side development required.

    100% renewal rate in 2024

    A trusted platform with proven customer satisfaction.

    Flexible pricing

    Scalable plans with volume discounts and unlimited users at no extra cost.

Automation without sacrificing expertise

At Patrowl, automation is powered by human expertise.

Our internal pentesters model the best detection strategies, which we then automate to maximize coverage. Each vulnerability is validated by our CERT team to ensure reliability and remove noise.

Frequently Asked Questions About Our Solution

What vulnerabilities does Patrowl’s DAST solution detect?

✔️ Critical vulnerabilities:

  • SQL Injection (SQLi)

  • Cross-Site Scripting (XSS)

  • Authentication bypasses

  • Misconfigured SSL/TLS

  • Insecure file uploads

  • Exposed ports and services

✔️ Non-intrusive analysis
✔️ Real-time detection
✔️ Reliable and actionable results

Do you need access to the source code?

No — Patrowl operates in black box mode. No access to source code is required.

DAST, SAST, IAST — What’s the difference?

  • SAST (Static Application Security Testing):
    Static code analysis using a white-box approach, typically used by developers during development.

  • DAST (Dynamic Application Security Testing):
    Dynamic testing in real execution environments using a black box approach, without access to source code.

  • IAST (Interactive Application Security Testing):
    Combines SAST and DAST through installed agents. More complex to deploy but provides deeper insights.

Each approach is complementary, depending on the phase: development, testing, or production.

How long does it take to get started?

Less than 30 minutes. No heavy deployment or agents required.

Can I export the results?

Yes — as clear, detailed PDF reports, sorted by severity or by standard (e.g. OWASP, CWE).