Cybersecurity in Supply Chains: Protecting Against Risks and Addressing Vulnerabilities

Abstract

The supply chains provide interconnected global economy with the lifelines that are so desperately needed. Even so, supply chains are becoming more and more at risk because of the ever-growing number of cyber-attacks, which can also be the reason for the lack of operations, data leaking, and financial and reputation damage. This research paper is a study that lays the foundation of supply chain cybersecurity and highlights the major risks and vulnerabilities as well as the methods to get through such threats safely. We scrutinize the intricacies of the contemporary supply chains, the indispensable role that outside vendors play in the system, and the constantly changing landscape of cyber threats. Furthermore, we bring an overview of the latest technologies and the best supply chain risk management practices, which cover both prevention and response. Injecting their resilience by the comprehension of such risks and the implementation of effective cybersecurity measures, organizations can sustain the healthy functioning of their operations vis-a-vis the enlarging cyber menace.