SBOM Security: Fundamentals and Best Practices

What Is an SBOM (Software Bill of Materials)? A software bill of materials (SBOM) is a comprehensive, structured inventory of all components, libraries, and dependencies used within a software product or application. It typically includes information about the names, versions, and licensing details of each component. SBOM plays a critical role in managing the security of open source components by providing visibility, enabling vulnerability management, ensuring license compliance, facilitating risk assessment, and fostering collaboration with the open source community. Why …

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