5 Federal Software Supply Chain Requirements You Should Be Aware Of

The U.S. Federal government, as one of the largest technology and software purchasers globally, is driving significant advancements in software supply chain security, prompted by recent cyberattacks affecting federal agencies and the broader software ecosystem. This initiative is highlighted by several key measures, including the Cybersecurity Executive Order (EO) 14028, which emphasizes enhancing software supply chain security, and subsequent memoranda from the Office of Management and Budget (OMB), notably OMB 22-18 and 23-16, that reinforce secure software development practices and require suppliers to attest to compliance with specific standards. The Secure Software Development Framework (SSDF) by NIST provides foundational best practices for this initiative, drawing from established industry models like BSIMM and OWASP's SAMM. Additionally, new requirements under the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act, specifically Section 524B, focus on the cybersecurity of medical devices, mandating measures such as a Software Bill of Materials (SBOM) for robust risk management. These federal initiatives not only aim to protect government operations but also leverage their substantial procurement power to influence the wider software industry, potentially affecting global security and compliance standards.

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