Software Bill of Materials (SBOM) captures component names and versions, aiding vulnerability management in software composition analysis. A significant percentage of application code comes from third-party components, necessitating ongoing tracking and patching for vulnerabilities. Composition analysis alone does not reveal undiscovered vulnerabilities, which remain a hidden risk. Research shows an average of 1,000 defects per 100,000 lines of code, with about 5% being exploitable, suggesting that modern applications often include numerous unreported vulnerabilities. Therefore, a proactive approach to vulnerability management is essential, as the presence of such risks is a given in most software stacks.
Software Bill of Materials (SBOM) facilitates software composition analysis, allowing organizations to track and manage vulnerabilities in third-party components effectively.
Around 80 to 90% of application code originates from third-party components, making vulnerability management a critical aspect of software security.
While composition analysis tracks known vulnerabilities, it does not address vulnerabilities in third-party components that remain undiscovered but are likely present.
On average, there are about 1,000 defects per 100,000 lines of code, with around 5% potentially being exploitable, indicating significant hidden risks.
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