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Trends in Security Information
The HSD Trendmonitor is designed to provide access to relevant content on various subjects in the safety and security domain, to identify relevant developments and to connect knowledge and organisations. The safety and security domain encompasses a vast number of subjects. Four relevant taxonomies (type of threat or opportunity, victim, source of threat and domain of application) have been constructed in order to visualize all of these subjects. The taxonomies and related category descriptions have been carefully composed according to other taxonomies, European and international standards and our own expertise.
In order to identify safety and security related trends, relevant reports and HSD news articles are continuously scanned, analysed and classified by hand according to the four taxonomies. This results in a wide array of observations, which we call ‘Trend Snippets’. Multiple Trend Snippets combined can provide insights into safety and security trends. The size of the circles shows the relative weight of the topic, the filters can be used to further select the most relevant content for you. If you have an addition, question or remark, drop us a line at info@securitydelta.nl.
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Supply Chain Risks
Decisions around what products and services to make part of your supply chain should be based on a risk analysis and an effective cybersecurity strategy. Cyberrisks can manifest in various forms, from vulnerabilities in software and operating systems like Windows to the integrity of devices such as cameras. Services like antivirus solutions and identity and access management solutions may play an essential role in mitigating these risks. Unfortunately, malicious actors can also exploit these products and services. This is particularly concerning for products and services originating from countries with an offensive cyber program that target the Netherlands or Dutch interests. In such cases, these countries may enact laws that force companies to e.g. build digital backdoors into products or services. This gives them the ability to obtain unauthorized access for espionage and/or sabotage purposes. The fact that products and services now reach Dutch organizations from around the world, not only jeopardizes the organizations themselves but can also impact the national security of the Netherlands. It is therefore vital to identify and manage the risks in the supply chain of these products and services. This requires a thorough inventory of potential risks, using tools like the Cybercheck, followed by additional risk analyses to manage these risks. The Cybercheck is a valuable tool for determining whether the deployment of a specific product or service from a country with an offensive cyber program may lead to increased security risks. It provides organizations with the opportunity to act proactively and take additional measures to ensure the integrity of their systems. By being aware of potential risks, organizations can better prepare for potential threats and safeguard the security of both themselves and the wider society.