Veracode Reports Surge in Software Security Vulnerabilities in 2026

Veracode Reports Surge in Software Security Vulnerabilities in 2026

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Veracode's 2026 State of Software Security Report reveals that 82% of organizations now have security debt, a rise of 11% from the previous year. High-risk vulnerabilities increased by 36% year-over-year, with critical security debt surging by 20%, indicating a significant gap between software development and security measures.

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2026-02-24
Veracode releases 2026 State of Software Security Report
2026-02-24
82% of organizations report having security debt
2026-02-24
High-risk vulnerabilities spike 36% year-over-year
2026-02-24
Critical security debt surges by 20%