Azul, a leader in Java services, has introduced Azul Vulnerability Detection, a cloud-based tool designed to protect Java applications against security threats in real-time. Launched on November 2, this Software-as-a-Service (SaaS) solution operates through the Azul Java Virtual Machine (JVM) without the need for an agent, making it especially suited for production environments. Its key focus is on safeguarding Java applications from software supply chain attacks by providing continuous vulnerability monitoring while avoiding the typical performance hit that accompanies traditional security tools.
The platform works by identifying Java code running within the Azul JVM and comparing it against a curated database of Java-specific vulnerabilities, such as those documented in the Common Vulnerabilities and Exposures (CVEs) list. This approach provides a history of vulnerability detections, which Azul keeps updated with newly discovered CVEs, allowing enterprises to track exactly when and where vulnerabilities may have impacted their systems. This feature is critical for companies looking to manage and mitigate risk effectively in the constantly evolving software landscape.
Azul Vulnerability Detection covers a wide array of Java frameworks and tools, including Spring, Hibernate, and Tomcat, as well as broader infrastructure like Kafka, Cassandra, and Elasticsearch. This extensive coverage allows companies to ensure the security of both applications and essential infrastructure components, all without the need for additional configurations or performance overhead.
By integrating seamlessly into the existing Azul JVM, this service provides an efficient and non-intrusive layer of security. Azul’s solution promises to strengthen Java application defenses, reducing the frequency of false positives and offering peace of mind to businesses that rely heavily on Java across their IT ecosystems.