In today's rapidly evolving digital landscape, securing the software supply chain has become more critical than ever. While tracking open-source software vulnerabilities is essential, it is just one piece of the puzzle. At InvisiRisk, we believe in a holistic approach to software supply chain security that addresses a wide range of risks beyond open-source vulnerabilities.
Understanding the Broader Spectrum of Software Supply Chain Risks
Open-source software vulnerabilities are well-known and widely tracked, but they are not the only threats to your software supply chain. Here are some other significant risks that organizations need to be aware of:
Compromise of Source Control Platforms: Attackers can compromise self-hosted git servers, injecting malicious code into the source control system. For example, the PHP incident where attackers injected two malicious commits into the self-hosted git server.
Build Process Manipulation: Attackers can modify the build infrastructure to use source files that do not match the source control, leading to compromised builds. An example is the Webmin attack, where the build process was manipulated to include malicious code.
Compromise of Build Platforms: Attackers can infiltrate the build platform and inject malicious behavior during the build process. The SolarWinds attack is a notable example, where the build platform was compromised, leading to widespread impact.
Risky Dependencies: Using dependencies that are not thoroughly vetted can introduce significant risks. Attackers can add seemingly innocuous dependencies and later update them with malicious behavior, as seen in the event-stream incident.
Unauthorized Artifact Uploads: Attackers can upload artifacts that were not built by the CI/CD system, leading to potential security breaches. The CodeCov incident, where the Bash Uploader script was updated to export sensitive data, is a prime example.
Compromise of Package Repositories: Attackers can target package repositories and mirrors, serving malicious packages to users. This risk was highlighted by research on attacks on package mirrors.
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InvisiRisk: Comprehensive Protection for Your Software Supply Chain
At InvisiRisk, we understand the complexity of securing the entire software supply chain. Our solutions go beyond open-source vulnerability tracking to provide comprehensive protection against a wide range of risks. Our platform offers:
Visibility and Control: Gain full visibility into your build platform and control over build access patterns.
Intelligent Anomaly Detection: Detect and respond to anomalous activities in real-time.
Guardrails and Policy Enforcement: Implement guardrails to prevent malicious or accidental damaging changes.
Continuous Monitoring: Continuously monitor build risk scores and pipeline activities.
Compliance and Audit Trails: Ensure compliance with corporate and industry standards with complete CI/CD audit trails.
By addressing these broader risks, InvisiRisk helps organizations deliver secure software faster and with greater confidence. Don't leave your software supply chain vulnerable to threats beyond open-source vulnerabilities. Trust InvisiRisk to provide the comprehensive protection you need.
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