2026 State of Software Security Report: Prioritize, Protect, Prove
Critical Flaws are Outpacing Capacity. Get the Data You Need to Prevail.
Innovation and risk go hand in hand, but the balance has shifted. The Veracode 2026 State of Software Security report reveals a critical truth: the pace of flaw creation is now outpacing the capacity to fix them.
In an AI-driven development world, traditional security approaches are no longer enough. This year’s report provides the comprehensive data and analysis you need to rethink your strategy. Learn how to prioritize critical risks, protect your most valuable assets, and prove due diligence in a landscape where security debt is rising.
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Key Findings:
The Intensifying Security Debt Crisis
82% of organizations are now burdened by security debt—an 11% increase in just one year. Understand the compounding impact of unresolved vulnerabilities on your organization.
A 36% Surge in High-Risk Vulnerabilities
The stakes have never been higher. See the data behind the sharp rise in high-severity flaws and identify exactly where to focus your limited resources.
The Double-Edged Impact of AI
AI is boosting developer productivity, but it is also introducing new risks at scale. Learn how to leverage AI for innovation while mitigating the security challenges it creates.
Persistent Struggles in Remediation
Teams are finding it harder to fix what they find. Discover why remediation rates are stalling and how to improve your fix rate through automation and better prioritization.
The Hidden Risks of Third-Party Code
Your software supply chain remains a primary attack vector. Gain clarity on the risks embedded within third-party libraries and how to manage them effectively.