The rise in sophisticated supply chain attacks means that organizations across critical infrastructure face a daunting challenge in ensuring the integrity and security of their software. In fact, according to a report¹ conducted by ENISA (European Union Network and Information Security Agency), these attacks remain their highest-ranking threat.
One of the most pressing challenges in software security lies within the supply chain itself. That’s why the US Federal Government issued an Executive Order² charged with the rapid improvement of critical infrastructure’s software supply chain security. The intricate web of software components, third-party dependencies, and open-source software creates an ever-expanding attack surface throughout the software development lifecycle and needs to be protected now, more than ever.
Disruption of the supply chain can cause a domino effect—where an exploited vulnerability can eventually be felt further down the chain, leading to substantial damage. Addressing this challenge and preventing these attacks requires a comprehensive approach that encompasses threat detection, vulnerability management, and compliance adherence.
OPSWAT’s vision for securing the supply chain is clear; engineer a defense-in-depth solution that is easy to deploy and integrate with existing systems, and comprises software, hardware, and network elements to thoroughly protect the software development lifecycle every step of the way. A comprehensive solution that, ultimately, helps organizations stay ahead of threat actors looking to compromise and exploit the supply chain.
Introducing MetaDefender™ Software Supply Chain
I am excited to announce the launch of MetaDefender Software Supply Chain, an all-in-one solution designed to secure organizations’ software supply chain against evolving threats. The latest product on our growing platform enhances how we protect the whole supply chain, by adding a dedicated software supply chain solution. Leveraging our comprehensive threat detection and prevention technologies within the MetaDefender Platform, this solution provides defense against malware, vulnerabilities, and hardcoded credentials lurking within the source code.
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SBOM (Software Bill of Materials)
Gain visibility into the components comprising your code with OPSWAT's SBOM engine. This automated inventory report not only helps organizations stay compliant with regulations such as SOC2, ISO/IEC, PCI DSS, and U.S. President Executive Order 14028, but also identifies any vulnerable third-party packages or outdated licenses.
Multiscanning
By harnessing the power of over 30 antivirus engines, Multiscanning enhances detection rates and effectively prevents malware from infiltrating container images and source code repositories, which could propagate into the software application stack.
Proactive DLP (Data Loss Prevention)
Detect and mitigate the risk of inadvertent data exposure by identifying confidential credentials or sensitive information left within the source code. OPSWAT’s Proactive DLP capabilities ensure that hardcoded secrets or credentials are promptly flagged.
Country of Origin
Detect and flag software components that were developed in adversarial countries that may not comply with organizational policies and regulations with OPSWAT’s Country of Origin engine.
Trusted Supply Chain Security
Our customers trust us to protect what’s most critical to safely run their businesses—see how OPSWAT is helping companies like Zoom and Hitachi secure their supply chains so they can have peace of mind and focus on serving their customers.
Zoom is one of the leading video communications platforms in the world for businesses and individuals.
Hitachi Energy serves the utility, industry, and infrastructure sectors.
Defense-in-Depth Protection
MetaDefender Software Supply Chain is only part of a larger picture. We’ve spent the last two decades developing multiple lines of defense that solve complex challenges at every layer of your infrastructure—and supply chain security is no different. See how components of the MetaDefender Platform shrink the overall attack surface and reshape how you think about securing the supply chain:
MetaDefender™ Drive
OPSWAT’s transient cyber asset scanning device, MetaDefender Drive helps organizations enforce organizational policies and stay compliant with regulations around hardware and software country of origin. Designed to fortify the security of the hardware supply chain, MetaDefender Drive can be mounted to any computer booting the device into a secure operating environment. This unique approach allows for an in-depth scan of the device for malware and vulnerabilities, untouched by the device's main operating system. Such a strategy is invaluable for identifying deeply rooted malware that could remain undetected under normal operating conditions.
Moreover, MetaDefender Drive examines the device for indicators that could signal supply chain tampering, such as analyzing the country of origin of the operating system and other critical components. This level of scrutiny helps organizations to avoid the risks associated with integrating compromised hardware into their network, which could potentially expose vulnerabilities to cyberthreats.
By providing a thorough security checkpoint before hardware is deployed within an organization, MetaDefender Drive plays an essential role in maintaining the integrity of the supply chain. It ensures that only clean, verified hardware is allowed entry into an organization’s infrastructure, thereby protecting against the introduction of malware and other security threats that could undermine business operations and data security.
MetaDefender™ OT Security
You can’t protect what you can’t see. MetaDefender OT Security is an AI-powered network inventory solution that keeps a secure eye on your assets. Its ongoing inventory ensures you always know the security status of your assets, including critical information such as country of origin, firmware version, software version, and more.
MetaDefender™ Kiosk
This advanced peripheral and removable media sanitization station scans compiled binaries and firmware on files stored on media before it’s inserted into assets on your critical network. MetaDefender Kiosk ensures that only safe, secure software makes it through with #1 market-leading technology:
File Vulnerability Assessment
Check for vulnerabilities associated with binaries and installers on the scanned media.
Multiscanning
Detect nearly 100% of known malware with 30+ leading antivirus engines.
Deep CDR™ (Content Disarm and Reconstruction)
Scan, sanitize, and regenerate safe-to-use files.
Discover why OPSWAT is the critical advantage in supply chain cybersecurity—talk to one of our experts today.
