Supply Chain Security
Block attacks from partners, vendors and external software
1. Indirect Attacks: When Partners are Your Achilles Heel
Modern hackers are very smart. If your business's system is too fortified, they won't attack directly. Instead, they attack through partners connected to you: Accounting software companies, IT Service Outsourcing partners, Hardware/Camera suppliers, Cloud/Hosting providers.
Historical attacks like SolarWinds or Kaseya proved: Just one third-party software injected with malware can instantly infect thousands of client businesses.
2. Supply Chain Risk Management
To ensure safety, businesses must apply the "Zero Trust" principle (Trust no one), even with long-standing partners.
| Risk Component | Control Solution |
|---|---|
| Third-Party Software (Vendor Software) | Require vendors to submit Pentest reports. Scan open source (SCA) for vulnerabilities before installation. |
| Partner Remote Access | Require partners to use VPN + 2-Factor Authentication (MFA). Grant Just In Time (JIT) access and auto-revoke when done. |
| Hardware Devices | Check router and camera firmware for backdoors or origins from banned suppliers. |
| Contracts & Legal | Add clauses binding compensation liability if partners leak your business data. |
3. Cyber IT Security's Vendor Assessment Process
- Criticality Classification: Determine which partners have access to the most sensitive data.
- Send Security Questionnaire: Based on ISO 27001 or NIST standards.
- Technical Audit: Scan shared APIs and connection ports between the two parties.
- Continuous Monitoring: Feed partner access behaviors into the SIEM system for real-time tracking.
Solution Packages
Basic
Essential security assessment and setup for small teams.
Standard
Advanced protection, continuous monitoring, and compliance readiness.
Enterprise
Full-scale deployment, custom integrations, and 24/7 SOC support.