gosec
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Description:
Golang security checker
Type: Formula  |  Tracked Since: Dec 28, 2025
Links: Homepage  |  @securego  |  formulae.brew.sh
Category: Security
Tags: golang security static-analysis devsecops sast
Install: brew install gosec
About:
Gosec is a static analysis tool for scanning Go code for security vulnerabilities. It inspects source code for common security issues like SQL injection, hardcoded credentials, and insecure crypto usage. The tool integrates into CI/CD pipelines to enforce security best practices during development.
Key Features:
  • Scans Go source code for security vulnerabilities
  • Provides configurable severity levels and rules
  • Integrates with CI/CD pipelines
  • Outputs results in multiple formats (JSON, SARIF, JUnit)
Use Cases:
  • CI/CD pipeline security scanning
  • Pre-commit security checks
  • Codebase security auditing
Alternatives:
  • Semgrep – Multi-language static analysis with broader language support
  • SonarQube – Comprehensive code quality platform with security features
Version History
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