vetkit.java.crypto.hardcoded-key
A cryptographic key is hard-coded in the source code.
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Suite: Security
java
A cryptographic key is hard-coded in the source code.
Category: SECURITY · Engine rule severity: ERROR
How to fix it
Load keys from a key store or secret manager at runtime and rotate the exposed key.
References
Source: packages/engine/rules/sast/java.yml.
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