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Elixir Code Security: Prioritize Security in Your CI With 4 Tools

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Author
Filipe Cabaco, Dan Ackerson
Word Count
1,125
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7
Language
English
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Summary

As security concerns continue to rise due to vulnerabilities such as SQL Injection and dependency issues like the log4j vulnerability, the article explores methods for strengthening Elixir applications by automating a Semaphore CI pipeline with static code analysis. It highlights how Credo can be used to ensure code quality and security by identifying potential vulnerabilities in Elixir code, while Sobelow complements this by detecting common pitfalls in Phoenix and Ecto libraries. The article also emphasizes the importance of auditing dependencies using Hex Audit and Mix Audit to identify retired packages and expose known CVEs. By integrating these tools into the CI pipeline, development teams can proactively address security vulnerabilities and enhance overall application safety.

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