With Executive Order 14028’s requirements coming into effect, government agencies and their software partners are looking for ways to meet these stringent requirements. These include managing system security across all potential attack vectors, including those introduced during the development cycle.
Here, we discuss how the Secure Software Development Framework is a good baseline for approaching the EO requirements.
The Secure Software Development Framework, outlined in NIST Special Publication 800-218, provides guidelines and best practices to enhance the security and integrity of software development processes. NIST developed it to help organizations implement secure software development practices and mitigate risks associated with software vulnerabilities.
Modern industry relies heavily on automation and control systems to maintain efficiency, productivity, and safety. With the increasing integration of these systems into broader networks, the risk of cyberattacks has significantly grown. ISASecure, a globally recognized cybersecurity certification program, is a critical certification body providing standards and assessments to protect these integral systems against modern threats.
This article discusses the importance of ISASecure, certification schemes, benefits, and how it contributes to a more secure industrial environment.