ROLE, PROBLEMS, AND METHODS OF SOFTWARE SECURITY TESTING AUTOMATION

In the modern world, where information security becomes a key element of any organization's operations, software security testing automation is more important than ever. The success of an application directly depends on its stability, reliability, and security, which makes the proper implementation of control mechanisms critical. The increase in cyber threats and the growing complexity of software systems make this topic even more relevant. The main role of automation is to provide quick and efficient detection of potential application vulnerabilities during its development phase. Despite its obvious advantages, several issues complicate the implementation of automated solutions, such as the complexity of configuration, high implementation and maintenance costs, lack of expertise in the field, lack of prioritization. This article examines the role of software security testing automation, challenges, methods, tools for testing, and ways to combine them for greater efficiency. Based on the analysis, an architectural solution is proposed that ensures quick, reliable, and regular security testing of the application at different stages of its lifecycle, significantly increasing the likelihood of its resistance to various vulnerabilities. Keywords: software, cybersecurity, automation, testing, containerization, protection.