OWASP SAMM
OWASP Software Assurance Maturity Model
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Framework Domains (5)
Design
| Code | Title |
|---|---|
| OWASPSAMM-2 | Design: Threat Assessment, Security Requirements, Security Architecture |
Governance
| Code | Title |
|---|---|
| OWASPSAMM-1 | Governance: Strategy, Policy, Compliance, Education, Champions |
Implementation
| Code | Title |
|---|---|
| OWASPSAMM-3 | Implementation: Secure Build, Secure Deployment, Defect Management |
Operations
| Code | Title |
|---|---|
| OWASPSAMM-5 | Operations: Incident Management, Environment Management, Operational Management |
Verification
| Code | Title |
|---|---|
| OWASPSAMM-4 | Verification: Architecture Assessment, Requirements-Driven Testing, Security Testing |
Your Compliance Coverage
If you comply with OWASP SAMM, you already cover:
NIST SP 800-190
80%
4 controls mapped
Compare →PTES
80%
4 controls mapped
Compare →ISO 27043
80%
4 controls mapped
Compare →+ 164 more: CISA Cross-Sector Cybersecurity Performance Goals (CPG) 2.0 (80%), ISO/SAE 21434 (80%)
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is OWASP SAMM?
OWASP SAMM is a compliance framework from International with 5 domains and 5 controls. OWASP Software Assurance Maturity Model It is used by organisations to establish and maintain compliance with industry standards and regulatory requirements.
How many controls does OWASP SAMM have?
OWASP SAMM has 5 controls organised across 5 domains. The largest domains are Design (1 controls), Governance (1 controls), Implementation (1 controls). Each control defines specific requirements that organisations must implement to achieve compliance.
What frameworks does OWASP SAMM map to?
OWASP SAMM maps to 167 other compliance frameworks. The top mapping partners are NIST SP 800-190 (80% coverage), PTES (80% coverage), ISO 27043 (80% coverage). Use our comparison tool to explore control-level mappings between frameworks.
How do I get started with OWASP SAMM compliance?
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