SOC 2 and Third-Party Vendor Risk Management: A Comprehensive Guide for Decision-Makers

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While outsourcing can drive efficiency and innovation, it also introduces significant risks, particularly concerning data security and compliance. Many security frameworks have taken up the responsibility of helping organizations manage threats in this context, and SOC 2 is no different. 

This article explores the intersection of SOC 2 compliance and third-party vendor risk management, providing advanced insights for business and technical decision-makers.

 

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Modular Programming and Increasing Need for Secure Software Development

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You’re probably not a programmer. However, how your programmers work on software can majorly impact your software development process, particularly regarding security. 

Over the past few years, attackers have been able to infiltrate common software packages, specifically through modularity. Shared libraries and open repositories have led to major security issues that, while seemingly small, can bring mission-critical systems to their knees. 

This post uses real-world examples, such as the XZ hack and other notable incidents, to highlight the importance of securing the modular programming paradigm.

 

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