C/C++
Secure the Foundation Your Applications Run On
C and C++ sit at the base of nearly every software stack. ActiveState builds these libraries from source with full provenance, so the foundation of your applications is as secure as everything built on top of it.
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OS-level dependencies finally get the same treatment
Most security tooling focuses on application-layer packages like pip and npm. ActiveState builds and tracks OS-level C/C++ libraries, the shared objects and system dependencies that scanners often miss but attackers don't.
Containers start with C, and so does their risk
Every container image depends on C libraries at its base. OpenSSL, glibc, zlib, and dozens of others form the bedrock of your container stack. ActiveState builds these from source and remediates them continuously, so your base images don't carry hidden debt.
How ActiveState Delivers Secure C/C++
Curated Catalog
Access vetted C and C++ libraries built from source with full provenance. Deliver them through your existing artifact repository alongside packages from other ecosystems.
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Secure Containers
Deploy low-to-no CVE container images where every layer, including OS-level C libraries, is built from source and maintained with SLA-backed remediation.
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FAQs
Does ActiveState cover transitive C/C++ dependencies?
Yes. ActiveState builds and tracks OS-level and shared library dependencies that sit beneath application-layer packages, including the transitive C/C++ libraries that most scanners overlook.
How does ActiveState handle OpenSSL and other critical libraries?
Critical C libraries like OpenSSL are built from source, continuously monitored, and remediated within SLA timelines of 5 business days for critical CVEs.
Can I use ActiveState C libraries inside my container images?
Yes. ActiveState Secure Containers include vetted C/C++ libraries at the base layer. You can also pull individual libraries into custom container builds through the Curated Catalog.
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Secure Your Stack From the Ground Up
Talk to our team about securing the C and C++ libraries at the base of your applications.
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