Forbes – Shadow Connections: How They’re Impacting Your Production Environment And Software Supply Chain Security

Danielle Guetta June 13, 2023
Astrix, the leading NHI Security platform, enhances service account security amidst a network of interconnected digital icons.

Astrix Security Co-Founder & CEO, Alon Jackson’s latest article for Forbes emphasizes the risks posed by unmonitored third-party app-to-app connections in corporate environments. With the increasing use of interconnected applications, security teams often overlook these shadow connections, leaving potential vulnerabilities in the software supply chain. 

In the article, he covers:

  • How unmonitored shadow app-to-app connections can serve as a missing link for supply chain attacks.
  • Why security leaders should shift focus to secure third-party applications alongside core software systems.
  • Security strategies for organizations to adopt – from educating employees to creating access key inventories and more.

Read the full article here.

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