Pager Pandemonium: How a Weaponized Supply Chain Shocked the World
Supply chain attacks are the new thriller plot twist with electronic pagers as the latest weapon of choice. As nation-state actors play their geopolitical chess, rigorous supplier validation is more crucial than ever to thwart supply chain attacks. Organizations must adopt the “assumption of breach” mindset to stay ahead of the drama.
Hot Take:
Well, folks, it seems that the humble pager has had quite the explosive makeover! Forget the 90s tech nostalgia, Israel’s pager attacks on Hezbollah have turned supply chains into a real-life Jenga tower teetering on the brink of chaos. Who knew that the old-school pagers would be making a comeback with a bang (literally)? It’s time to rethink what else in our supply chain might be packing more than just a surprise!
Key Points:
- Israel’s pager attacks on Hezbollah highlighted vulnerabilities in weaponized supply chains.
- 80% of US port cranes are made by a Chinese government-owned company, raising security concerns.
- Verizon’s report shows a 180% surge in zero-day exploits, many involving third-party suppliers.
- Rigorous supplier validation and secure-by-design principles are crucial for supply chain security.
- Adopting an “assumption of breach” mindset is essential for effective risk mitigation.