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| Source |  AlienVault Lab Blog |
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| Identifiant | 8412299 |
| Date de publication | 2023-11-15 11:00:00 (vue: 2023-11-15 11:08:27) |
| Titre | Dans quelle mesure votre entreprise est-elle préparée pour une attaque en chaîne d'approvisionnement? How prepared is your company for a supply chain attack? |
| Texte | The content of this post is solely the responsibility of the author. AT&T does not adopt or endorse any of the views, positions, or information provided by the author in this article. In a supply chain attack, hackers aim to breach a target\'s defenses by exploiting vulnerabilities in third-party companies. These attacks typically follow one of two paths. The first involves targeting a service provider or contractor, often a smaller entity with less robust security. The second path targets software developers, embedding malicious code into their products. This code, masquerading as a legitimate update, may later infiltrate the IT systems of customers. This article delves into specific instances of supply chain attacks, explores the inherent risks, examines common strategies employed by attackers, as well as effective defense mechanisms, and offers supply chain risk management tips. Understanding the scope and danger of supply chain cyberattacks In their assaults on supply chains, attackers are driven by various objectives, which can range from espionage and extortion to other malicious intents. These attacks are merely one of many strategies hackers use to infiltrate a victim\'s infrastructure. What makes supply chain attacks particularly dangerous is their unpredictability and extensive reach. Companies can find themselves compromised by mere misfortune. A case in point is the 2020 incident involving SolarWinds, a network management software firm. The company fell victim to a hack that resulted in extensive breaches across various government agencies and private corporations. Over 18,000 SolarWinds customers unknowingly installed malicious updates, which led to an undetected, widespread malware infiltration. Why do companies fall victim to supply chain attacks? Several factors contribute to the susceptibility of companies to supply chain attacks: Inadequate security measures A staggering 84% of businesses have high-risk vulnerabilities within their networks. For companies involved in software production and distribution, a supply chain attack represents a significant breach of security protocols. Reliance on unsafe components Many firms utilize components from third-party vendors and open-source software (OSS), seeking to cut costs and expedite product development. However, this practice can backfire by introducing severe vulnerabilities into a company\'s infrastructure. OSS platforms and repositories frequently contain security loopholes. Cybersecurity professionals have identified over 10,000 GitHub repositories susceptible to RepoJacking, a form of supply chain attack exploiting dependency hijacking. Furthermore, the layered nature of OSS, often integrating third-party components, creates a chain of transitive dependencies and potential security threats. Overconfidence in partners Not many companies conduct thorough security evaluations of their service providers, typically relying on superficial questionnaires or legal compliance checks. These measures fall short of providing an accurate picture of a partner\'s cybersecurity maturity. In most cases, real audits are an afterthought triggered by a security incident that has already taken place. Additional risk factors precipit |
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