Application Security Market Size, Share & Segmentation by Component (Solution and Services), by Testing Type (Static Application Security Testing, Dynamic Application Security Testing, Interactive Application Security Testing, and Runtime Application Self-Protection), by Organization Size (Small and medium enterprise and large enterprise), by End-User (BFSI, Government and defense, Healthcare, IT & Telecom, Manufacturing, Retail, and Others), by Regions and Global Market Forecast 2023-2030

Report Scope & Overview:

The Application Security Market size was valued at USD 8.04 Bn in 2022 and is expected to reach USD 27.85 Bn by 2030, and grow at a CAGR of 16.79 % over the forecast period 2023-2030.

Application security is the process of safeguarding applications by detecting, repairing, and improving their security. It enhances security capabilities within apps to protect against dangers such as unauthorized modification and access. It entails a number of proactive methods to identify and repair vulnerabilities before hackers may exploit them. Application security solutions provide a variety of benefits to businesses, including keeping customer data safe to boost consumer confidence, protecting sensitive data from leaks, and increasing trust from critical lenders and investors.

In the midst of extraordinary conditions, the COVID-19 epidemic has spurred demand for application security solutions. For example, an increasing number of businesses are focusing their security efforts on endpoint protection for work-from-home systems. Furthermore, security teams inside organizations with limited resources are using these solutions to solve various web application security concerns, increasing the need for efficient application security solutions.

MARKET DYNAMICS:

KEY DRIVERS:

• An increase in security breaches aimed at business applications

• Increased usage of cloud-based and mobile technologies.

• Government restrictions are favorable.

RESTRAINTS:

• Budget restrictions and the return on investment discourage firms from investing.

OPPORTUNITY:

• Adoption of artificial intelligence and machine learning in web- and mobile-based security processes to boost application security market demand.

• Adoption of application security in small and medium-sized organizations increases market demand.

CHALLENGES:

• Unused applications pose a significant security risk.

IMPACT OF COVID-19:

The emergence of covid 19 is causing more damage in global markets. However, the application security industry is expanding rapidly. In recent years, the number of online apps has increased. In addition, the number of web application developer rates is increasing. The population of smartphones and mobile users is vast. The amount of time spent on mobile phones is especially high during pandemics. Global lockdowns are preventing individuals from leaving their homes. It is resulting in increased use of cell phones during leisure time. These mobile users' primary requests are for social media access and online commerce. Many mobile application developers are using application security to reduce data leaks. They improve the quality of their services by strengthening application security. It is enticing many smartphone users to check out new applications. In addition, the proliferation of government apps is increasing the use of application security. This upward trend in the application security industry has continued since Covid 19.

MARKET ESTIMATION:

From 2022 to 2028, worldwide demand for mobile application security is predicted to rise at the fastest CAGR. The fast-expanding internet use service and rising workplace acceptance of BYOD rules have increased the use of personal devices such as smartphones, tablets, and smart wearables to access organizational information. Web application security is predicted to dominate the market by 2028. As a result, the corporate network and non-IT managed applications have grown in number. Because of the dearth of expertise and skill sets of in-house security specialists pertaining to software security testing, most firms are outsourcing their security model, pushing the growth of security services during the projection period. The growing requirement for safeguarding data applications in a virtualized and multi-tenant environment is driving the professional security services industry.  The increase in security threats and the rising acceptance of managed security services by SMEs (Small and Medium enterprises). Budgetary limits and cost pressures are forcing SMEs to choose bundles of larger service portfolios offered by service providers, which include Application security solutions as well as other managed services.

During the projected period, the Interactive Application Security Testing (IAST) market is predicted to develop at a reasonable CAGR. IAST can be used in conjunction with other testing technologies as part of a comprehensive testing approach that combines SAST and DAST security testing approaches to test applications in a runtime environment by monitoring the dynamic response of the software application and identifying security flaws.

The government and defense sector accounted for the majority of the entire industry and is predicted to develop rapidly in the application security market. Over the previous few years, the industry has struggled to safeguard computer software applications against massive data breaches. As a result, firms are increasing their spending on R&D and training security personnel, which is predicted to be a prominent trend in the market.

KEY MARKET SEGMENTS:

On The Basis of Component

• Solution

• Services

On The Basis of Testing type

• Static Application Security Testing

• Dynamic Application Security Testing

• Interactive Application Security Testing

• Runtime Application Self-Protection

On The Basis of Organization size

• Small and medium enterprise

• Large enterprise

On The Basis of End-User

• BFSI

• Government and defense

• Healthcare

• IT & Telecom

• Manufacturing

• Retail

• Others

REGIONAL ANALYSIS:

With the fastest growth rate, Asia Pacific is outpacing other regional players. A wide range of organizations requires application security. Enterprises benefit from preventing data theft, breaches, and monetary losses. There are also several Application Security Market Companies in the region. Furthermore, North America is the second largest market with a considerable stake. It is a pioneer in the application security solution. The growing prevalence of mobile devices will result in massive market growth. The presence of major actors will result in new advancements throughout the predicted period. Furthermore, Europe is a major region with rapid market expansion. All of these regional companies will help to drive the global Application Security Business forward.

REGIONAL COVERAGE:

• North America

  • USA

  • Canada

  • Mexico

• Europe

  • Germany

  • UK

  • France

  • Italy

  • Spain

  • The Netherlands

  • Rest of Europe

• Asia-Pacific

  • Japan

  • south Korea

  • China

  • India

  • Australia

  • Rest of Asia-Pacific

• The Middle East & Africa

  • Israel

  • UAE

  • South Africa

  • Rest of Middle East & Africa

• Latin America

  • Brazil

  • Argentina

  • Rest of Latin America

KEY PLAYERS:

The major key players are IBM Corporation, Capgemini, MicroFocus, Cisco Systems Inc., Synopsys, Veracode, Whitehat Security, RAPID7, Qualys, and HCL Technologies

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