Glossary
Software Bill of Materials (SBOM)
An SBOM is an ingredient list for software - it shows everything that went into building an application.
What is Software Bill of Materials (SBOM)?
Comprehensive inventory of all components, libraries, and dependencies in software.
Why Should You Care?
Log4j showed the importance of knowing dependencies. SBOMs enable rapid identification of vulnerable components.
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Real-World Example
When a critical vulnerability is announced, SBOMs immediately identify all affected applications.
How to Protect Against Software Bill of Materials (SBOM)
- 1.
Generate SBOMs for all applications
- 2.
Require SBOMs from vendors
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