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The software supply chain includes: Data distribution services (DDS) DDS is a machine-to-machine technology used for publish-subscribe middleware applications in real-time and embedded systems. Maintained by the Object Management Group (OMG), DDS plays a critical role in implementing reliable communication layers between sensors, controllers, and actuators. It is located at the beginning of the chain, making it easy to lose sight of, and therefore, an attractive target for malicious actors. In January 2022, Trend Micro…

Consider these key attack vectors: Open source code Mostly commonly, developers copy open source code from shared public libraries like Github to get everyday components. Why waste valuable time writing code to take a message from one field to another when someone else has already done it? The ease of use is why 90% of modern applications leverage open source code. However, the unchecked nature of open source code can lead to crippling attacks like…

Trend Micro also found that enterprises suffered multiple attacks and disruptions over a 12-month period. 72% of respondents reported experiences at least six ICS/OT disruptions due to cyberattacks. Despite multiple disruptions—and the consequences of such—Trend Micro found that less than half of organizations (48%) take actions to reduce future risks. Maturity of cybersecurity implementation Enterprises may be struggling to fend off multiple attacks due to the maturity of their cybersecurity program. Trend Micro used the…