Black Duck
Software Composition Analysis.
Overview
Black Duck by Synopsys is a leading Software Composition Analysis (SCA) solution that helps organizations identify and manage risks associated with open source software. It provides visibility into the open source components in use, detects known vulnerabilities, and ensures license compliance.
✨ Key Features
- Software Composition Analysis (SCA)
- Open source vulnerability detection
- License compliance management
- Software Bill of Materials (SBOM) generation
- Binary analysis
- Policy management and enforcement
🎯 Key Differentiators
- Extensive and curated vulnerability database (Black Duck KnowledgeBase).
- Advanced binary analysis capabilities.
- Strong focus on license compliance and legal risk management.
Unique Value: Provides unmatched visibility and control over open source risk, combining comprehensive security and license compliance management in a single solution.
🎯 Use Cases (4)
✅ Best For
- Comprehensive open source license and security risk management for large enterprises
- M&A due diligence for software assets
💡 Check With Vendor
Verify these considerations match your specific requirements:
- Small teams needing a free or very low-cost SCA solution.
🏆 Alternatives
Offers deeper binary analysis and a more extensive, curated knowledge base for vulnerabilities and licenses compared to many competitors.
💻 Platforms
✅ Offline Mode Available
🔌 Integrations
🛟 Support Options
- ✓ Email Support
- ✓ Phone Support
- ✓ Dedicated Support (Available tier)
🔒 Compliance & Security
💰 Pricing
✓ 14-day free trial
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