SBOM Explained: How SBOMs Improve Cloud-native Application Security

A staggering 96% of organizations utilize open-source libraries, yet fewer than 50% actively manage the security vulnerabilities within these libraries. Vulnerabilities are welcome mats for breaches from bad actors, and once they've entered your system, the impact can be colossal. A software bill of materials (SBOM) is an important tool for managing the security of open-source software. Here we will explore how SBOMs help organizations understand what’s in their applications, ensure regulatory compliance, and manage overall risk.  
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