Application Security
シークレットスプロール防止
The implementation of processes and tools to prevent sensitive secrets—such as API keys, credentials, and certificates—from being dispersed across source code, repositories, and environments.
Quick answer: The implementation of processes and tools to prevent sensitive secrets—such as API keys, credentials, and certificates—from being dispersed across source code, repositories, and environments.
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Quick answer
The implementation of processes and tools to prevent sensitive secrets—such as API keys, credentials, and certificates—from being dispersed across source code, repositories, and environments.
Why it matters
シークレットスプロール防止 matters because it supports clear communication in Application Security contexts for SOC Analysts, Security Engineers, and Incident Responders. It also connects to aviation training and exam language such as CISSP, CompTIA Security+, and CEH.
Editorial context
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Definition
The implementation of processes and tools to prevent sensitive secrets—such as API keys, credentials, and certificates—from being dispersed across source code, repositories, and environments.
Operational example
Apply Secret Sprawl Prevention controls to scan repositories for hardcoded secrets and enforce centralized secret management solutions.
Localized term
シークレットスプロール防止
Localized example
ハードコードされたシークレットをリポジトリでスキャンし、集中型シークレット管理を徹底するためにシークレットスプロール防止制御を適用してください。
Definition language
English reference definition
Source
ISO 27001, NIST Cybersecurity Framework, MITRE ATT&CK
Exam relevance
- CISSP
- CompTIA Security+
- CEH
Target audience
- SOC Analysts
- Security Engineers
- Incident Responders
