What is an application security consultant?
An application security consultant is a cybersecurity expert who evaluates, advises on, and implements security measures for web and software applications. They identify vulnerabilities such as OWASP Top 10 flaws, misconfigurations, and API weaknesses, then provide actionable remediation strategies. Platforms like Osto augment this function with AI-powered scanning, real-time WAF protection, and continuous posture monitoring—giving businesses ongoing consultant-level visibility without requiring dedicated in-house expertise.
What types of threats does Osto's web application security platform protect against?
Osto protects against a broad range of threats including SQL injection, DDoS attacks, bot traffic, OWASP Top 10 vulnerabilities, API abuse, and cloud misconfigurations. The platform's WAF uses Nginx reverse-proxy architecture to inspect every HTTPS request in real time, blocking malicious patterns before they reach your origin servers—while the AI scanner continuously identifies new exposure risks across your web assets and cloud environments.
How does Osto's AI vulnerability scanner work?
Osto's AI web vulnerability scanner uses machine learning algorithms to automatically analyze all your domains, assign a comprehensive security score, and categorize discovered vulnerabilities by severity. It generates detailed reports showing exact vulnerability locations, affected endpoints, and step-by-step remediation instructions. Scans run on configurable schedules with automated email report delivery, and the system delivers 2x faster scan execution compared to traditional approaches.
Does Osto support multi-cloud environments?
Yes. Osto provides unified Cloud Security Posture Management (CSPM) across all three major cloud providers—AWS, Microsoft Azure, and Google Cloud Platform (GCP). For each platform, Osto performs automated periodic discovery of 35+ resource types, delivers enriched asset inventory with configuration and encryption metadata, and provides actionable findings for misconfigurations and exposure risks in near real time from a single consolidated dashboard.
What is Zero Trust Network Access and how does Osto implement it?
Zero Trust Network Access (ZTNA) is a security model that assumes no user or device is inherently trusted—every access request must be verified before being granted. Osto implements ZTNA by enforcing secure authentication workflows, granular access controls, and least-privilege policies. Combined with multi-factor authentication (MFA) for server access and user-group policy management, Osto ensures remote teams and internal users can only reach the resources explicitly assigned to their role.
How quickly can Osto be set up and integrated into an existing infrastructure?
Osto is designed for rapid deployment. SSL certificates are issued within minutes by simply adding a CNAME record. Cloud connectors for AWS, Azure, and GCP authenticate via read-only credentials and begin syncing assets automatically after connection. The Agent for endpoint management includes bulk notification tools and pre-built installation message templates to streamline onboarding across your entire user base with minimal manual effort.
Is Osto suitable for startups and small teams, or is it only for large enterprises?
Osto is purpose-built for startups, growing businesses, and scaling enterprises—organizations that need enterprise-grade security without a large IT department. The centralized dashboard, automated scanning, and AI-driven insights reduce the manual workload typically associated with security operations, making comprehensive protection accessible to lean teams. Its modular architecture means you can start with core web protection and expand into cloud posture management and ZTNA as your infrastructure grows.
What compliance and audit capabilities does Osto offer?
Osto includes enhanced audit logging that tracks all administrative changes, authentication activities, and user actions with rich detail for stronger compliance oversight. The system provides transparent records of who did what and when across the platform, supporting internal governance requirements. Combined with posture management findings that flag misconfigurations against security best practices, Osto helps organizations maintain a defensible, auditable security posture across web and cloud environments.