Download this free OWASP SAMM glossary to quickly understand key Software Assurance Maturity Model terms, acronyms, and business functions.

This glossary is designed for AppSec, Secure SDLC, DevSecOps, software security, governance, and compliance teams that want a simple reference for understanding OWASP SAMM concepts.

Use it for onboarding, internal training, framework familiarization, security program planning, or as a quick reference while building an application security program.

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