Open Source Scanning (OSS)
Vulnerability Automation Services
Automated visibility into open source risk across your software environment
Gain Visibility Into Open Source Risk
Open source software accelerates development—but unmanaged dependencies can introduce security, licensing, and compliance risk. Vulnerable libraries, outdated components, and unknown licenses are common entry points for exploitation and audit findings.
RSI Security’s Open Source Scanning (OSS) Vulnerability Automation Services help organizations continuously identify and manage open source risk using automated scanning, curated vulnerability intelligence, and policy-aligned reporting.
Why OSS Scanning Matters
Organizations often lack visibility into:
- Which open source components are in use
- Known CVEs affecting deployed libraries
- License obligations and usage restrictions
- Risks introduced through third-party or inherited code
OSS scanning helps reduce software supply chain risk while supporting secure development and compliance readiness.
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Automated Open Source Risk Analysis
RSI Security supports OSS scanning as an automated, repeatable process:
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Identify open source dependencies across applications
Discover open source libraries, packages, and components used throughout your applications and software environment.
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Detect known vulnerabilities & license issues
Scan identified components for known CVEs, outdated versions, and potential licensing concerns that may introduce risk.
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Prioritize findings based on risk & impact
Evaluate identified issues based on severity and potential business impact to help teams focus on the most significant risks first.
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Provide clear, actionable reporting for remediation
Deliver prioritized findings and practical guidance that helps development and security teams understand what needs attention and plan remediation.
From Risk Analysis to Business Value
What’s Included
- Open source dependency discovery
- Vulnerability and CVE detection
- License identification and visibility
- Risk prioritization and reporting
- Remediation guidance (no remediation performed)
Key Benefits
- Reduced exposure to known vulnerabilities
- Improved visibility into software supply chain risk
- Faster, more consistent security reviews
- Support for compliance and governance efforts
About RSI Security's Role
RSI Security provides independent OSS risk identification and advisory support.
We help you understand risk and prioritize action. We do not certify applications, guarantee security, or perform remediation.
Common FAQs
What is Software Composition Analysis (SCA)?
Software Composition Analysis (SCA), sometimes called open source scanning, is the automated process of identifying open source components in an application and detecting known vulnerabilities (CVEs), outdated versions, and licensing risks within them.
What's the difference between SCA and SAST?
SAST (Static Application Security Testing) analyzes an organization's own proprietary code for security flaws. SCA focuses specifically on third-party and open source dependencies, flagging known vulnerabilities and license issues in code the organization didn't write itself.
Does RSI Security's SCA service fix identified vulnerabilities?
No. RSI Security's SCA service identifies and prioritizes open source risk and provides remediation guidance, but remediation itself is performed by the client's own development or security teams.
Why does open source license risk matter, not just security vulnerabilities?
Open source components carry licensing terms that can create legal or compliance obligations. Some licenses require disclosure of proprietary code or restrict commercial use. Unmanaged license exposure can create audit findings even when no security vulnerability is present.
Strengthen Your Open Source Security
Gain clearer visibility into the open source components powering your applications. RSI Security helps
uncover vulnerabilities and licensing risks so your teams can prioritize action with confidence.