CISA Wants Your Take on SBOMs: A Comedy of Cyber Errors or Security Savior?
CISA is calling for public feedback on its updated guidance for Software Bill of Materials (SBOM). Aiming to improve software transparency and risk management, the guidance emphasizes SBOMs’ role in identifying vulnerabilities. So, if you have opinions on software ingredients, now’s your chance to spice up the cybersecurity recipe!
Hot Take:
Looks like CISA is rolling out the red carpet for public opinion on their SBOM guidance! It’s like they’re hosting a supply chain security Oscars and everyone’s invited to vote on the best dressed software components. Grab your popcorn and prepare for a thrilling saga of data fields, automation, and practices that might just make software transparency the next big summer blockbuster!
Key Points:
- CISA is seeking public feedback on updated SBOM guidance, focusing on supply chain security and software transparency.
- The guidance builds on the 2021 NTIA SBOM Minimum Elements and aims to aid organizations in managing software risks.
- SBOMs offer a detailed inventory of software components for vulnerability identification and risk assessment.
- Key categories in the guidance include data fields, automation support, and practices/processes for SBOMs.
- Public comment period is open until October 3, 2025, with feedback accepted via the Federal Register.
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