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Static analysis is a method used to detect vulnerabilities in software without executing the code. It involves examining the codebase for patterns that are indicative of security issues, such as SQL injection vulnerabilities. This technique can identify potential threats and weaknesses by analyzing the code’s structure, syntax, and data flow.

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Static analysis as a means to identify security vulnerabilities1.

The importance of static analysis in the early stages of the SDLC to prevent security issues2.

Learning-based approaches to fix SQL injection vulnerabilities using static analysis3.