Say it like this
- We need to schedule a security review before launch.
- The security review flagged several critical vulnerabilities.
- Pass the security review with no findings.
Use it at work
Before launch
- This feature needs a security review.
- Let's book a security review before the release.
Results
- The security review found an issue with the API key.
- We passed the security review.
Asking
- Who do I ask for a security review?
- How long does a security review take?
Don't say this
A security review examines systems for vulnerabilities, not individual people. It is broader than a single person's code.
Don't mix it up
| Term | What it is | Who writes or uses it | When |
|---|---|---|---|
| security review | Checks for security risks | Security team | Before launch |
| compliance review | Checks legal rules | Legal, compliance | Before launch |
| pen test | Experts try to hack the system | Security specialists | Yearly or major changes |
Practice
Try it
4 quick exercises
1. Your team wants to check the new login system for vulnerabilities. How do you say it?
2. The deployment was delayed because the new feature did not _______ the _______ yet.
3. Which sentence uses security review incorrectly?
4. Rewrite this using security review: Our team needs to check if the new payment system is safe and has no weak points before we release it to customers.
Say it out loud
Phrase 1 of 3
"We need to schedule a security review before launch."
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More about security review
Real examples(3)
- in a standup
"The payment feature is ready, but it still needs to go through a security review before we can ship it."
- in a planning meeting
"We should allocate two weeks for the security review of the new API endpoints."
- in an email
"The security review revealed three high-severity issues in the authentication module that we must fix."
More mistakes(2)
Handle with care. Do not confuse with performance review or code review. A security review specifically examines vulnerabilities, compliance, and safety risks, not code quality or employee performance.
- ✕Let us security review this before we test it.✓Let's conduct a security review of this before we test it.
Security review is typically used as a noun. Use conduct, perform, or run as the verb, not security review as a verb.
- ✕The security review is about making sure the code is written well.✓The security review is about finding vulnerabilities and security risks.
Security reviews focus on safety and vulnerabilities, not code quality or style.
Other forms(3)
- security review noun
"The security review took three weeks to complete."
- conduct a security review noun phrase
"We conduct a security review for every major release."
- security review findings noun phrase
"The security review findings were documented in a detailed report."
Often used with(5)
- conduct a security review · Perform or carry out a security review
- pass a security review · Successfully complete a security review with no critical issues
- security review findings · Results or issues discovered during a security review
- security review process · The steps and procedures followed during a security review
- before the security review · Prior to conducting a security review
Similar words(3)
- security audit · Similar but usually more formal and comprehensive; often includes compliance checking
- penetration test · More hands-on testing approach; security review can include pen testing
- security assessment · Broader term covering evaluation of security posture; security review is a type of assessment
Opposites(2)
- security breach
- vulnerability
Questions(4)
- What is the difference between a security review and a code review?
- A code review examines code quality, style, and functionality. A security review specifically looks for vulnerabilities, security risks, and compliance issues. Code reviews focus on how well code is written, while security reviews focus on whether code is safe from attacks.
- How long does a security review typically take?
- It depends on the size and complexity of the system. A small feature might take a few days, while a large system could take weeks. Most teams allocate 1-3 weeks for a standard security review before a major release.
- Who conducts a security review?
- Usually, security experts or dedicated security engineers conduct security reviews. Some teams use both internal security staff and external security firms. Automated tools also play a role in finding common vulnerabilities.
- Is security review a formal or informal term?
- It is a neutral, professional term used in both formal and informal contexts. You will hear it in meetings, emails, documentation, and job descriptions.
