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HCL AppScan Strong Performer in Forrester Wave for SAST

By Bartosz Chrabski2 min read

We are pleased to announce that the HCL AppScan suite of application security testing solutions has been recognized as a “Strong Performer” among top vendors in the Static Application Security Testing (SAST) domain, as assessed by the Forrester Wave™ report.

Updated October 2026Forrester has since published The Forrester Wave™: Static Application Security Testing Solutions, Q3 2025, which evaluated 10 vendors, including HCLSoftware. HCL’s AppScan product page lists HCL AppScan as a Strong Performer in the 2025 Forrester Static Application Security Testing Wave. Sources: Forrester blog on the SAST Wave, Q3 2025, HCL AppScan product page.
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Figure 1HCL AppScan in The Forrester Wave™: Static Application Security Testing, Q3 2023

The Forrester Wave™ report serves as a pivotal guide in the realm of static application security testing, offering a comprehensive assessment of leading vendors within the market landscape.

As outlined in the Forrester report, “HCL AppScan distinguishes itself through its extensive coverage of languages and frameworks, encompassing Rust, Dart, and ABAP. Furthermore, HCL AppScan’s ‘bring your own language’ feature caters to diverse customer requirements.”

Moreover, the report accentuates several key attributes that distinguish HCL AppScan, including its global presence and the unified, cloud-native experience it offers across various deployment models.

This recognition underscores our steadfast dedication to delivering cutting-edge solutions that empower developers and enhance code security within today’s dynamic Digital+ economy.

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