Applying SAST Tools to Infrastructure as Code — A Hands-On Look at Checkov

📰 Dev.to · Mauricio Choqueña Choque

Apply SAST tools to Infrastructure as Code using Checkov for enhanced security and compliance

intermediate Published 5 Jul 2026

Action Steps

Install Checkov using pip to get started with SAST for IaC
Run Checkov against your Terraform or CloudFormation templates to scan for vulnerabilities
Configure Checkov to integrate with your CI/CD pipeline for automated scanning
Test Checkov's scanning capabilities using sample IaC templates
Apply Checkov's findings to remediate vulnerabilities in your IaC codebase

Who Needs to Know This

DevOps and security teams can benefit from integrating Checkov into their IaC workflows to identify vulnerabilities and ensure compliance

Key Insight

💡 Integrating SAST tools like Checkov into IaC workflows can significantly improve security and compliance