Ensure dependencies are monitored between open-source components

HighLevel 1Manual reviewsupply-chain

Description

Monitor, or ask software suppliers to monitor, dependencies between open-source components in use. Monitoring dependencies between open-source components helps to detect if software has fallen victim to attack on a common open-source component. Swift detection can aid in quick application of a fix. It also helps find potential compliance problems with components usage. Some dependencies might not be compatible with the organization’s policies, and other dependencies might have a license that is not compatible with how the organization uses this specific dependency. If dependencies are monitored, such situations can be detected and mitigated sooner, potentially deterring malicious attacks.

How it is checked

Audit method: Manual review

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For each open-source component, ensure its dependencies are monitored.

How it is fixed

Fix method: Guidance or infrastructure patch

For each open-source component, monitor its dependencies.

Properties

Operating systems: Any
Tags: devsecopsmonitoringsupply-chain
Reference: CIS Software Supply Chain Security Guide Benchmark v1.0.0 - 3.1.4 Ensure dependencies are monitored between open-source components