Sustainable Application Development in security and cybersecurity refers to creating and maintaining software applications that minimize negative environmental, social, and economic impacts while prioritizing robust security measures. This approach involves adopting coding practices, architectural decisions, and development methodologies that contribute to the overall sustainability of the application's lifecycle. From an environmental perspective, this may include optimizing code for energy efficiency and minimizing resource consumption. Social sustainability ensures that applications respect user privacy, adhere to ethical standards, and promote inclusivity. Economic sustainability considers the long-term viability of the application, including factors like maintenance costs and the ability to adapt to evolving security threats. Security in sustainable application development involves incorporating secure coding practices, conducting thorough security assessments, and implementing measures to protect against cyber threats throughout the application's lifecycle. Sustainable application development seeks to balance technological innovation with environmental and social responsibility, fostering resilient and secure software solutions.

An integrated solution such as ThreatNG, combining External Attack Surface Management (EASM), Digital Risk Protection (DRP), and Security Ratings, is pivotal in promoting Sustainable Application Development for organizations. Through EASM, ThreatNG provides a detailed assessment of an organization's external presence, offering insights into potential vulnerabilities that may impact the sustainability of applications. Simultaneously, DRP actively monitors the external landscape, safeguarding against cyber threats that compromise applications' security and ethical considerations. Security Ratings contribute by continually evaluating the organization's cybersecurity posture, ensuring that sustainable development practices align with security standards. This comprehensive approach complements other security solutions by addressing the external facets of cybersecurity, fostering resilient and sustainable applications. For instance, ThreatNG collaborates seamlessly with secure coding practices, contributing to developing applications that prioritize efficiency, environmental responsibility, and user privacy, aligning with sustainable application development principles.