Name: Self-Healing Security Test Automation for OWASP AppSec: Adaptive Defense Against Evolving Threats
Start: 2026-09-22T16:00:00-0700
End: 2026-09-22T16:55:00-0700

Self-Healing Security Test Automation for OWASP AppSec: Adaptive Defense Against Evolving Threats

Tuesday September 22, 2026 4:00pm - 4:55pm PDT

Self-healing security test automation introduces a resilient approach to application security testing, addressing one of the most critical challenges in modern AppSec programs: maintaining effective test coverage in rapidly evolving systems. As applications undergo continuous updates, traditional security test scripts frequently fail due to UI, API, or infrastructure changes, leading to gaps in vulnerability detection and increased risk exposure.

This session explores how self-healing mechanisms—powered by machine learning, intelligent element recognition, and adaptive execution strategies—can be applied to security testing within OWASP-aligned frameworks. By automatically adjusting to application changes, these systems ensure consistent validation of security controls, including authentication flows, input validation, and access control mechanisms.

The proposed framework demonstrates high accuracy in identifying modified application elements and recovering failed test cases without human intervention. This capability significantly reduces maintenance overhead while improving the reliability of detecting vulnerabilities such as injection flaws, broken authentication, and misconfigurations.

Aligned with OWASP tracks including Testing, Implementation, and Process & Culture, this approach also supports the development of sustainable security practices by reducing operational friction for security and DevOps teams. Real-world implementations highlight measurable improvements in test stability, reduced false positives, and faster feedback loops.

Ultimately, self-healing security automation enables organizations to maintain continuous security assurance, strengthen AppSec programs, and adapt effectively to the evolving threat landscape.

Speakers

Saahith Guptha Vamasani

Amazon

Saahith Guptha Vamasani is an innovative Technical Lead (SDET 2) with over 9.5 years of experience designing and delivering intelligent, large-scale engineering platforms across cloud-native and distributed environments. Currently based in Seattle, he has established himself as a... Read More →

Tuesday September 22, 2026 4:00pm - 4:55pm PDT

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OWASP 25th Anniversary Virtual Conference (September)

Saahith Guptha Vamasani

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