OpenRASP: Open Source RASP Solution

RASP (Runtime Application Self-Protection) is used to protect applications from attacks while they are actively running. Unlike perimeter-based defenses, RASP embeds security logic directly inside the application, enabling it to detect and block threats such as SQL injection, code tampering, reverse engineering, and runtime hooking in real time—without requiring external network traffic inspection or manual intervention.

DAST (Dynamic Application Security Testing) is a pre-deployment testing method that simulates external attacks to find vulnerabilities before an app goes live. RASP, by contrast, operates inside a live, running application to detect and block real-time attacks in production. DAST finds weaknesses during testing; RASP defends against exploitation after deployment. They are complementary—not mutually exclusive—security controls.

A WAF (Web Application Firewall) sits at the network perimeter and filters incoming HTTP traffic based on predefined rules, blocking suspicious requests before they reach the app. RASP operates from within the application itself, monitoring execution context and blocking attacks that bypass perimeter defenses. RASP is harder to evade because it understands application behavior, while WAF provides broad, fast network-layer protection.

OpenRASP is a solid open source starting point for server-side RASP, but enterprise mobile applications require more comprehensive coverage. Protectt.ai's AppProtectt extends RASP principles to Android and iOS with 100+ deep-tech security features, AI-driven threat intelligence, zero-trust architecture, and regulatory compliance support—making it purpose-built for enterprise-grade mobile security in banking, fintech, and insurance environments.

Because RASP monitors application behavior and execution context rather than relying on known attack signatures, it can detect anomalous behavior indicative of zero-day exploits. Protectt.ai's AI-native RASP continuously learns from behavioral patterns using ML models, enabling it to identify and neutralize novel attack techniques that signature-based tools like WAFs or antivirus solutions would miss.

A common concern with RASP is performance degradation. Protectt.ai's AppProtectt is engineered specifically for zero performance overhead, meaning it delivers comprehensive runtime protection without slowing down the application or degrading user experience. Its lightweight SDK integrates seamlessly into Android and iOS apps and is trusted by high-traffic enterprises such as banks and stock exchanges globally.

RASP protects against a wide range of runtime threats including SQL injection, command injection, runtime hooking, app spoofing, reverse engineering, MITM (man-in-the-middle) attacks, code tampering, jailbreak and root detection evasion, and SMS-based authentication attacks. Protectt.ai's AppProtectt additionally covers device compromise detection, malware, phishing, and social engineering attacks targeting mobile financial applications.

Yes. Protectt.ai holds ISO 27001, ISO 42001, ISO 22301, and PCI DSS certifications. The platform is designed to help organizations meet regulatory requirements from RBI, SEBI, NPCI, and other financial regulators. It supports automated compliance monitoring, audit trail generation, and policy enforcement—reducing manual compliance workloads by up to 80% for banks, NBFCs, and fintech companies.