Combines automated DAST scanning (8,000+ security tests) with managed penetration testing by security experts — quarterly reviews on Expert Plan, annual full pentest on Pentest Plan.
API security testing covers 15,000+ authenticated attack cases for REST APIs including broken authentication, parameter tampering, and access control flaws.
Pentest Plan includes a verifiable security certification with a unique URL that auditors, clients, or partners can verify independently.
Compliance reporting maps findings to ISO 27001, HIPAA, SOC 2, and GDPR; built-in Resolution Center tracks remediation without leaving the platform.
Astra Security combines automated DAST scanning with managed penetration testing services. The platform runs 8,000+ security tests against web applications and 15,000+ authenticated attack cases against APIs.
What sets Astra apart from pure DAST tools is the human layer. Depending on your plan, security experts manually review findings, verify vulnerabilities, and provide a certifiable security report.
Key Features
Feature
Details
Automated tests
8,000+ security checks
API attack cases
15,000+ authenticated scenarios
Manual review
Quarterly (Expert Plan) or annual full pentest (Pentest Plan)
Compliance
ISO 27001, HIPAA, SOC 2, GDPR mapping
Certification
Verifiable security certificate on Pentest Plan
Resolution center
Track and manage remediation in-platform
Risk scoring
Per-vulnerability and aggregate risk scores
CI/CD
Pipeline integration for automated scans on deploy
Automated DAST Scanner
Runs 8,000+ security tests covering OWASP Top 10, injection flaws, authentication issues, and misconfigurations. Three configuration steps: add target URL, set up authentication, select your tech stack for optimized scanning.
Managed Pentest Services
Security professionals manually review your application on a scheduled basis. The Expert Plan gives you four quarterly reviews. The Pentest Plan is a full annual assessment with certification.
API Security Testing
15,000+ authenticated attack cases covering REST API vulnerabilities, broken authentication, parameter tampering, and access control flaws.
Resolution Center
Built-in remediation tracking. Each finding gets severity, reproduction steps, and fix guidance. Assign issues to developers and track progress without leaving the platform.
Scan Configuration
Setting up a scan takes three steps:
Add your target URL and verify domain ownership
Configure authentication so the scanner can reach protected areas of your application
Select your technology stack (framework, language, CMS) for more targeted test selection
Hybrid Approach
Most DAST tools are either fully automated or fully manual. Astra sits in between. The automated scanner handles volume and coverage. Human pentesters handle business logic, complex attack chains, and edge cases that automation misses.
Compliance and Certification
As recommended by NIST SP 800-53 controls for system and information integrity, regular dynamic testing helps maintain a strong security posture. Astra maps scan findings to compliance frameworks:
ISO 27001
HIPAA
SOC 2
GDPR
The Pentest Plan includes a verifiable security certification. You receive a certificate with a unique URL that auditors, clients, or partners can verify independently. This is useful for organizations that need to prove security testing to third parties.
Integrations
CI/CD & DevOps
GitHub
GitLab
Jira
Slack
Getting Started
1
Create an account — Sign up at getastra.com and choose your plan tier based on whether you need automated-only scanning or managed pentest services.
2
Add your target — Enter the URL of the web application or API you want scanned. Verify domain ownership.
3
Configure and scan — Set authentication, select your tech stack, and launch. The automated scanner runs 8,000+ tests.
4
Review findings — Use the Resolution Center to triage vulnerabilities, assign fixes to developers, and track remediation progress. Generate compliance reports as needed.
Best For
Teams without dedicated security staff who want both automated scanning and expert human review. The managed pentest service fills the gap for organizations that cannot hire full-time pentesters. The verifiable certification is useful for compliance-driven industries.
Limitations
Astra’s value proposition depends on the managed pentest layer. If you only need automated scanning, a pure DAST tool like Acunetix or Burp Suite may give you more control for less money. The platform does not publish pricing openly, so you need to contact sales. No free tier or community edition exists.
The automated scanner covers web applications and APIs. It does not replace SAST for source code analysis or infrastructure scanning for network-level vulnerabilities. For a breakdown of how DAST and IAST differ, see our IAST vs DAST guide. Teams looking for developer-first CI/CD scanning might also consider Bright Security or StackHawk.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Astra Security?
Astra Security is a continuous pentest platform that combines automated DAST scanning with manual security expert review. It runs 8,000+ security tests against web applications and APIs, with optional human pentester involvement.
Is Astra Security free?
No. Astra is a commercial platform with tiered plans. The Expert Plan includes quarterly manual reviews by security professionals. The Pentest Plan adds a full annual assessment with a verifiable security certification.
What vulnerabilities does Astra detect?
The automated scanner covers 8,000+ security tests including OWASP Top 10 vulnerabilities. For API testing, it runs 15,000+ authenticated attack cases. Compliance checks map to ISO 27001, HIPAA, SOC 2, and GDPR.
Does Astra provide a security certificate?
Yes. The Pentest Plan includes a verifiable security certification after assessment completion. This can be shared with clients, auditors, or compliance teams as proof of testing.
How does Astra compare to pure DAST tools?
Astra bundles automated scanning with managed pentesting services. Pure DAST tools like Acunetix or Burp Suite give you the scanner only. Astra is for teams that want human expert review on top of automation.
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