White Paper
THE 2021 CYBERSECURITY EXECUTIVE ORDER: ZERO TRUST, FIRMWARE IN THE SUPPLY CHAIN, AND THE DEMAND FOR DEVICE INTEGRITY
THE 2021 CYBERSECURITY EXECUTIVE ORDER: ZERO TRUST, FIRMWARE IN THE SUPPLY CHAIN, AND THE DEMAND FOR DEVICE INTEGRITY
The May 12 Executive Order on Improving the Nation’s Cybersecurity marks a major shift in how organizations approach cyber defense, particularly for federal agencies. It emphasizes modernizing security through the adoption of Zero Trust architectures, ensuring that systems are continuously verified rather than implicitly trusted. The order also highlights the critical need to secure the software supply chain, addressing risks introduced through third-party components and development processes. These directives reflect a broader effort to strengthen defenses against evolving threats and advanced adversaries. By implementing these strategies, organizations can enhance resilience, improve risk management, and better protect critical systems and data.
