Code Audit

Noun · Security & Infosec

Definitions

  1. A structured review of source code to identify vulnerabilities, risky patterns, or design flaws. Code audits may be performed internally, by specialized reviewers, or during due diligence for critical software.

    In plain English: A thorough review of code to find security problems.

    Example: "The wallet provider commissioned a code audit before deploying the smart-contract upgrade."

Related Terms