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Trust, But Verify: The Real Deal on Third-Party Cybersecurity

Supply Chain Attacks Are on the Rise – Are You Prepared?

Let’s face it — cybersecurity is a trust game. But in a world where supply chain attacks are becoming more frequent, blind trust isn’t an option. Imagine playing in a football final, and your goalkeeper doesn’t know how to stop a penalty. Would you still trust him to protect the goal?

In cybersecurity, every weak link in your supply chain is a potential own goal.

And that’s exactly how you should approach third-party security. Zero trust isn’t just a buzzword; it’s a survival strategy. You can throw around compliance checklists, audits, and certifications all you want, but if a vendor can’t prove they’re secure, should you really be trusting them?

The Harsh Reality: Third-Party Breaches Are a Growing Threat

Recent studies show that nearly 50% of organizations have experienced cyber incidents originating from third parties. That’s one out of every two businesses hit because of a weak link in their supply chain. And with regulations like NIS2 and DORA making executive boards directly accountable for cybersecurity, this is no longer just a “technical issue.” It’s a boardroom priority.

Some key trends:

63% of organizations have third-party vendors accessing their systems.

60% store sensitive data on third-party infrastructure.

Accountability is rising — 80% of executive boards now have cybersecurity on their radar.

Compliance Alone Won’t Save You

Traditional compliance frameworks aren’t cutting it anymore. Certifications are useful, but let’s be honest — checking a box doesn’t mean a vendor is truly secure. A security strategy needs to be proactive, continuous, and deeply integrated into your risk management framework.

What’s working?

Continuous risk assessments instead of one-time audits.

Automated security scoring to evaluate vendors dynamically.

Greater visibility into your supply chain’s security posture.

How Orbik Helps You Stay Ahead

At Orbik Cybersecurity, we take third-party security seriously. We provide cutting-edge product security solutions to help businesses like yours monitor, assess, and manage supply chain risks—before they turn into disasters. Whether it’s real-time risk analysis, compliance automation, or advanced vulnerability assessments, we help you secure your ecosystem from the ground up.

Don’t Gamble With Your Supply Chain Security