An organization's software supply chain, encompassing components, tools, processes, and dependencies involved in software development and distribution, is increasingly vulnerable to security threats, with attacks targeting code, tools, and open-source components on the rise. Gartner research highlights the financial impact of these attacks, averaging $1.7 million, and identifies limited visibility, operational complexity, an expanding attack surface, risks associated with open-source software, and friction between development and security teams as key vulnerabilities. To combat these threats, organizations are encouraged to curate open-source packages at entry, apply consistent security measures throughout the software development lifecycle, and foster collaboration between DevOps and SecOps teams. As the severity and cost of attacks are projected to grow, these practices are deemed crucial for maintaining a robust security posture in the software supply chain.