What it does:
✔ Creates a detailed inventory of all components, including:
– Open-source libraries
– Third-party software packages
– Proprietary dependencies
✔ Tracks version numbers, licenses, vulnerabilities, and software dependencies.
✔ Provides a real-time, auditable record of the software supply chain.
Why it matters:
- Transparency: Know exactly what’s inside your software.
- Regulatory Compliance: Required by frameworks like NIST, ISO 27001, and IEC 62443.
- Risk Management: Prevent supply chain attacks caused by hidden dependencies.
What it does:
✔ Cross-references SBOM data with vulnerability databases (CVEs, NVD, OSS Index).
✔ Detects outdated components, licensing conflicts, and security flaws.
✔ Assesses dependencies to prevent cascading security risks from third-party code.
Why it matters:
- Reduces exposure to zero-day vulnerabilities in commonly used libraries.
- Ensures compliance with software licensing regulations (GPL, MIT, Apache, etc.).
- Identifies weak links in your supply chain before attackers do.
What it does:
✔ Recommends patching, upgrading, or replacing vulnerable components.
✔ Ensures compatibility and stability after remediation.
✔ Provides continuous monitoring to track newly discovered threats.
Why it matters:
- Avoids security breaches caused by unpatched dependencies.
- Reduces downtime and last-minute fixes in production.
- Prevents license violations that could lead to legal risks.