3 Trends to Watch in Software Supply Chain Security
Summary
As weve seen from numerous high-profile incidents, the intricacies of the software supply chain introduce vulnerabilities that malicious actors are eager to exploit. Many organizations are now developing their own SBOMS (software bill of materials) because without understanding the third-party components and open-source libraries making up their products, its impossible to assess and manage risks properly. The certification is a best-in-class validation of the company’s ability to manage open-source vulnerabilities and risks as part of its software supply chain, providing a higher level of security assurance for customers. Im seeing a growing number of companies examining the overall cyber health of what is in their products.” And Gadsby adds, “Our BlackBerry heritage is partly based on our cybersecurity software and platforms, which are proven to help protect organizations and that security professionals love to use — but our reputation is also built on how we build our software as well, with security in mind.” Another trend to watch is happening simultaneously in multiple parts of the world. We see heightened accountability of the little parts in a finished software product, which has driven a lot of good dialogue.” Securing the modern supply chain will remain a complex challenge.