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Software Supply Chain Security on Google Cloud
Securing the software supply chain is no longer optional but a fundamental necessity for engineering managers striving for reliable delivery, cloud architects designing resilient infrastructure, and engineers writing and deploying code. This article will explore Google Cloud’s Software Delivery Shield, a fully managed solution designed to provide a comprehensive suite of security capabilities and tools crucial for establishing a robust and trustworthy software delivery pipeline.
The Threat Landscape of Software Supply Chains
Consider a typical application: it likely incorporates code written in-house, relies on numerous open-source libraries, is built using various tools and services, and is deployed across complex infrastructure. Each of these elements represents a potential point of compromise.
Recent high-profile incidents, such as the Apache Log4j vulnerability affecting over 17,000 packages, underscore the pervasive risks associated with unmanaged dependencies. Similarly, attacks targeting build systems can inject malicious code directly into software artifacts, impacting countless users downstream. These threats can lead to severe consequences, including data breaches, financial losses, reputational damage, and disruption of critical services.
