OWASP dependency check plugin is a tool used for identifying vulnerabilities in the third-party libraries that are being used in an application. This plugin uses a combination of static and dynamic analysis techniques to identify known vulnerabilities in the dependencies.

The plugin can be integrated into various build tools such as Maven, Gradle, and Ant, and can be used as a part of the build process to identify any vulnerable dependencies that may exist in the application.

OWASP dependency check plugin uses the National Vulnerability Database (NVD) to identify known vulnerabilities in the dependencies. It also has its own database of vulnerabilities that are specific to certain frameworks and libraries.

When using the OWASP dependency check plugin, it is important to keep it up-to-date with the latest version so that it can identify the most recent vulnerabilities. It is also recommended to periodically review the results generated by the plugin and take appropriate actions to address any identified vulnerabilities.