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Static Code Analysis

Find the defects and hidden risks that other static analyzers miss. Axivion provides deep, certified static code analysis that goes beyond style checks to help you secure your software and stop technical debt at the source.

Purpose-built for embedded C, C++, C# systems and CUDA applications in safety-critical and security-critical software development.

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Set a Higher Standard for Code Quality

You cannot cut corners on quality in safety-critical software projects. While standard static analysis tools are useful for surface-level issues like code style and syntax errors, they often lack the depth to find the most critical runtime errors in modern and highly complex embedded systems.

This includes common issues like memory corruption, hard-to-reproduce race conditions, gradual resource leaks that impact long-term stability, and null pointer errors hidden within complex program logic.

These are precisely the types of defects that bypass traditional testing, driving up post-release costs and impacting product reliability and maintainability.

 

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"Good Enough" Is Not an Option – Your Enterprise-Grade Code Analysis For Demanding Software Projects

We have evaluated several static analysis tools, and Axivion Suite clearly stood out in our tests. The tool performed best in terms of AUTOSAR C++14 coverage and convinced us through its ease of use, control flow, data analysis, and report generation. Axivion has already become a mainstay component in our development workflow and a valuable component of our DevOps pipeline.

Dejan Pangercic, CTO and Co-Founder of Apex.AI

CORE CAPABILITIES

Built for the Demands of Safety-Critical Software Development

Axivion Static Code Analysis delivers the deep, certified static source code analysis required for mission-critical software. Go beyond relying on a basic linter and eliminate business risks, accelerate development, and build a true competitive edge.

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Master Compliance Without the Overhead

Axivion is designed to fit your team's existing process with automatic checkers for the latest industry standards (MISRA C/C++, AUTOSAR, CERT®, CWE, C Secure Coding) and fully customizable coding guidelines.
 
Directly integrate it into your CI/CD pipeline, cut through the noise, and benefit from the actionable delta analysis, which offers comprehensive reports and traceable, audit-ready documentation.

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Prevent Critical Failures at the Source

Our static analyzer tool goes far beyond a basic C and C++ linter. It performs scalable data and control flow analysis to find critical runtime errors like null pointer dereferences and out-of-bounds access.

This power is backed by independent certification from SGS-TÜV Saar for use in safety-critical systems up to the highest integrity levels, including ISO 26262 (ASIL D), IEC 61508 (SIL 4), and IEC 62304 (Class C).

Comply With Leading Standards
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Master Your Codebase and Manage Technical Debt

Beyond just finding bugs, Axivion is built for improving long-term code health. This level of static source code analysis identifies technical debt, including code clones, dead code, and cyclical dependencies.

Axivion was engineered to handle massive, complex codebases with proven support for C, C++, C#, and CUDA, ensuring your software is maintainable and scalable for years to come.

Stop Your Code From Eroding

Expert Insights on Static Code Analysis

 The goal of every software project should be to build to last. This demands building with correctness and resilience in mind right from the start.

A static analysis tool is a crucial component in achieving this goal.


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Dr. Sebastian Krings
Manager R&D, Qt QA
 

 

 

 

Best Practices for Static Code Analysis

 


Create a safety net from development to production by combining static analysis at the earliest stage of the SDLC with dynamic analysis during or after deployment.

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Dr. Daniel Simon
Distinguished Software Engineer, Qt QA

 

Dynamic vs. Static Analysis

 Two trends demand attention, also impacting the safety-critical space:
GPU computing is growing rapidly
– The adoption of Rust is accelerating

Static analysis tools must evolve now to support these shifts. 

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Tommi Huovinen
Business Development Lead, Qt QA

 

Static Analysis in Safety-Critical Industries

KEY FEATURES & TECHNICAL CAPABILITIES

Axivion Static Code Analysis:
Go Beyond the Surface Level to Future-Proof Your Source Code

Axivion is more than a standard linter.
Here is a comprehensive feature breakdown and detailed look at the technical capabilities that empower your development teams and help your business grow.

Purpose-built for embedded C, C++, C# systems, and CUDA applications in safety-critical development.

Defect Analysis

Finds potential runtime errors, including null pointer dereferences, division by zero, and out-of-bounds access, using scalable data and control flow checks.

Clone Detection & Management

Identifies both exact duplicates and similar code structures, even with altered function or variable names, and tracks them over time.

Metric Monitoring

Includes built-in rule sets for common software metrics such as cyclomatic complexity, nesting depth, and Halstead, with support for standards like HIS.

Dead Code Analysis

Pinpoints unreachable code that complicates testing, maintenance, and comprehensibility, enabling safe refactoring.

Cycle Detection

Recognizes and monitors cyclical dependencies at multiple levels, including call cycles (recursions), cyclic dependencies, and include cycles.

Coding Guidelines

Provides automatic, regularly updated checkers for a wide range of standards, including MISRA, AUTOSAR, CERT®, and CWE.

Safety Certification

Certified by SGS-TÜV Saar for use in safety-critical systems up to the highest integrity levels, including ISO 26262 (ASIL D), IEC 61508 (SIL 4), and IEC 62304 (Class C).

Tool Qualification Kit

Supports and streamlines the qualification of the toolchain in your specific environment. Achieve the required tool confidence level (TCL) in multiple standards.

Delta Analysis

Focuses feedback only on newly introduced issues in code changes, eliminating legacy noise and enabling targeted reviews.

CI/CD Integration

Designed to integrate smoothly into your existing CI/CD pipeline to act as a continuous quality gate.

IDE Integration

Provides plugins for popular IDEs, allowing developers to get immediate feedback and fix issues in their familiar environment.

Comprehensive Reporting

Generates comprehensive reports for quick overviews, and extensive documentation – key to meet unique compliance requirements.

Key Benefits of Axivion Static Code Analysis

 

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Enforces latest Industry Standards

Checks for compliance with MISRA (C:2025/C++:2023), AUTOSAR C++14, CERT®, and CWE.

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Boosts Software Security

Identifies security-related coding violations early in development.

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Detects Code Issues Automatically

Flags metric violations, code clones, cycles, and unreachable code.

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Analyzes Multiple Languages Simultaneously

Checks C, C++, CUDA, and C# projects simultaneously to also detect critical language interface issues.

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Enables Continuous Quality Assurance

Integrates into ongoing development for consistent code health monitoring.

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Saves Developer Time

Automates repetitive quality checks so teams can focus on creative problem-solving.

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Generates Comprehensive Reports

Delivers detailed documentation for traceable and actionable insights.

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Optimizes ROI

Axivion users consistently cut development costs by 10% or more. That 10% saving upfront protects you from exponential cost surges due to late-stage bugs and recalls.

Webinar: "Using Static Code Analysis Correctly"

Master Static Code Analysis: Boost SW Quality & Fight Technical Debt

You'll learn:

  • Why software erosion is a critical threat to your codebase.  
  • How to prevent technical debt and reverse erosion. 
  • Understand why standard linters fall short.
  • How Axivion equips and enables developers to succeed in building quality code.

Plus: Experience a live demo of our tool.


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The Solution in Action –
Solve Your Biggest Development Challenges


Explore how our solution protects embedded systems from cyber threats with SAST, prevents technical debt from turning into costly business risks, and guarantees reliable communication across multi-language software interfaces.

Protecting Embedded Systems from Cyber Threats with SAST

Increased connectivity in embedded systems creates new attack vectors. A compromised brake controller or an insulin pump is a direct threat to human safety, making security a prerequisite for functional safety.

Static Application Security Testing (SAST) is essential for prevention. Axivion's SAST scans your source code during development, identifying critical weaknesses like buffer overflows and unsafe data handling long before deployment. This allows your team to build systems that are both functionally safe and secure by design.

Preventing Technical Debt from Becoming a Business Risk

Technical debt accumulates quietly in complex software projects. Shortcuts and outdated code structures slow innovation and increase failure risk. A routine update can become a costly delay, jeopardizing schedules and compliance.

Axivion Static Code Analysis provides continuous visibility into codebase health. It highlights the root causes of technical debt, including code complexity, duplication, and architectural violations. This turns an unmanageable strategic risk into a measurable and manageable asset.

Ensuring Reliability Across Multi-Language Interfaces

When a system uses multiple languages like C++, C#, and CUDA, the greatest risk lies at the interfaces. Traditional code analyzers check each language in isolation, leaving them blind to critical cross-language boundary issues like mismatched data handling or memory mismanagement. These are often the most severe and hard-to-find bugs.

Axivion's static code analyzer treats your entire multi-language project as a single unit. It understands the connections between components like C++/CUDA or C#/C++ and finds the critical bugs at the seams where other tools fail. For teams building safety-critical systems, this approach delivers higher reliability, faster debugging, and simplified compliance.

Frequently Asked Questions on Static Code Analysis Tools

What is static code analysis?

  • Static Code Analysis

Static code analysis is the process of examining source code without executing it. This is done to identify bugs, vulnerabilities, and code quality issues early in development.

How is Axivion different to a basic C/C++ linters?

  • Static Code Analysis

Axivion's uniqueness is in its capability to perform deep, certified static analysis to detect critical runtime errors like null pointer dereferences, race conditions, and memory corruption. Basic linters are limited to checking only for style and syntax issues. Axivion also identifies technical debt (e.g., code clones, dead code, cycles) and supports compliance with standards like MISRA and AUTOSAR and offers full IDE and CI/CD integration.

Who should be using Axivion Static Code Analysis?

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Software developers, quality assurance engineers, and compliance teams across all levels should use static code analysis to ensure code reliability, safety, and maintainability. In safety-critical environments where compliance with industry standards is mandatory,  static code analysis tools are key to success.

How does Axivion enhance software quality?

  • Static Code Analysis

Axivion helps detect software erosion, enforce coding standards, and identify hidden bugs early—ensuring robust, maintainable, and compliant software.

What industries benefit most from static code analysis?

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Industries with high safety and reliability requirements benefit most from static code analysis. These include companies operating in automotive, aerospace, medical devices, industrial automation, and other mission-critical environments.

Is there a limit to how complex software can be?

  • Static Code Analysis

No, there is no limit. Good static source code analysis tools can handle billions of lines of code and deliver reliable results. After an initial set-up, Axivion Static Code Analysis scales to handle large and complex software systems.

How to deal with constantly changing coding guidelines and compliance standards?

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It is foundational to use tools which are regularly updated and include the latest changes. Use tools like Axivion that support customizable rule sets and regular updates, enabling teams to stay compliant with evolving standards effortlessly.

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A 360°View – From Code Quality to Architectural Control

Code-level security is only half the battle. Modern software fails not just from bugs, but from architectural erosion too.

The Axivion Suite is the only solution that protects both your implementation and your design, combining deep static analysis with a powerful and unique Architecture Verification tool.

Add the missing piece of the puzzle and explore Architecture Verification →


How You Ensure Axivion Static Code Analysis Meets Your Needs 

Go beyond a standard demo. Our Proof of Value (PoV) Workshop lets you evaluate Axivion in your own environment, on your own code. It’s a no-commitment engagement designed to provide tangible results and a clear view of your potential ROI.

Over 1-3 days, our experts and your team will work directly in your environment to:

  • Find hidden risks and automatically uncover critical defects and vulnerabilities in your projects.
  • See how your code measures up against key guidelines and standards.
  • Prove the ROI and get a data-backed analysis to confidently justify your investment.

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Success Stories for Axivion Static Code Analysis from Various Industries

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“With the ISO 26262 certified Axivion Suite, Schaeffler Automotive Buehl maintains the high quality of its mixed ASIL systems.”

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"After testing several tools, Axivion Suite stood out with top AUTOSAR C++14 coverage, ease of use, strong analysis, and is now key in our workflow and DevOps pipeline."

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"Axivion Suite impressed us with automated code and architecture checks, but its outstanding support, rollout, and training made it a complete success in our workflows."

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HENSOLDT

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“Integration with Enterprise Architect was perfect: Finally models can be enforced without intensive visual inspection!“

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