Exploiting Fortune 500 Through Hidden Supply Chain Links

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2024-10-28 16:30:03

Software Supply Chains have become increasingly complex, with countless dependencies forming the backbone of modern applications. Despite this complexity, many attacks targeting these dependencies are surprisingly simple. While significant time is spent ensuring the security and functionality of individual packages, the connections between them often go unnoticed.

The industry’s focus tends to be on the inner workings of dependencies—verifying that the code is secure and up to date. However, this approach overlooks the external links these dependencies establish with third-party sources, which can introduce vulnerabilities. By neglecting these relationships, we risk exposing our systems to attacks that exploit the trust placed in these external connections.

This is where Depi, our Software Supply Chain Security tool, steps in. Instead of concentrating only on individual components, Depi highlights the overlooked weak points in the links between them. It pinpoints how attackers might breach these connections, giving you a clearer view of potential threats within your software supply chain. Depi helps shift the focus from internal code security to protecting the broader network of dependencies.