Supply chain cyber risk has grown due to complex global networks, outsourcing, and legacy risk management systems that cannot scale. Major breaches like SolarWinds and Log4j highlight risks tied to geopolitical factors, technology compromises, and supplier vulnerabilities. Experts emphasize knowing all suppliers, assessing their security maturity, and extending detection and response capabilities to cover them. Challenges include lack of visibility, outdated processes, adversarial supplier relationships, and staffing shortages. Best practices focus on collaboration, resilience, and integrating suppliers into security programs. Trusted partners like Trustwave can accelerate assessments and strengthen overall resilience.

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