Application Detection and Response Implementation Case Study

This case study details the implementation of Application Detection and Response (ADR) at Backbase, a digital banking platform. The document outlines the challenges faced by Backbase's security team, particularly the limitations of traditional Application Security (AppSec) practices that left production environments vulnerable. Key issues included a lack of visibility into production code execution, overwhelming CVE triage processes, and the erosion of developer trust due to false positives. To address these challenges, Backbase adopted Contrast Security's ADR platform, which operates at runtime to provide real-time insights into application vulnerabilities and attack attempts. The case study highlights the significant benefits of ADR, including reduced CVE triage workload, improved security for legacy systems, and enhanced confidence among leadership regarding production security. The implementation of ADR as a default security measure across all environments is also discussed, emphasizing its role in maintaining security as development practices evolve, particularly with the rise of AI in software development.