This project is helpful as basic reference material when performing such activities as threat modeling, security architecture review, security testing, code review, and metrics. We intend to encourage understanding and consistency when discussing these basic foundational elements of application security. Security only works if people can make informed decisions about risk. The ASDR provides that basic information to help ensure all stakeholders are involved.
For more information please check the OWASP Foundation's website - OWASP Application Security Desk Reference (ASDR) Project.