Feature comparison: Kagliostro vs Semgrep
| Capability | Kagliostro | Semgrep |
|---|---|---|
| Custom SAST rules | ||
| SCA / dependency scanning | ||
| Cloud posture (CSPM) | ||
| Auto PR remediation | ||
| Conversational AI agent | ||
| Brand & runtime monitoring | ||
| All-in-one platform | ||
| Compliance reporting | ||
| Avg time to remediate | < 10 min | Manual |
When to choose Semgrep
Choose Semgrep if your team wants to author custom YAML rules, self-host SAST, and already operates a full AppSec stack around it.
When to choose Kagliostro
Choose Kagliostro if you want SAST as part of a unified platform that also fixes cloud and brand issues automatically — without maintaining rule libraries yourself.
Frequently asked questions
Can Kagliostro replace Semgrep for SAST?
Kagliostro provides SAST with AI-driven analysis across languages. Teams that rely on highly custom Semgrep rules may run both during transition; most consolidate once auto-remediation proves faster than rule maintenance.
Does Kagliostro support custom security policies?
Yes. Define org-wide policies for severity thresholds, merge automation, and compliance frameworks — enforced by the agent across code and cloud.
How does Kagliostro compare on false positives?
Kagliostro correlates code, cloud, and runtime context before opening a PR — reducing noise compared to standalone SAST alerts.
Is Semgrep or Kagliostro better for DevSecOps?
Semgrep fits teams that invest in rule engineering. Kagliostro fits teams that measure success by MTTR and merged fixes, not alert counts.
What else does Kagliostro include that Semgrep lacks?
Cloud posture, brand/typosquat monitoring, compliance reporting, DAST, and a conversational command center — capabilities outside Semgrep's SAST scope.