Supply chain security is the practice of managing risks introduced by third-party hardware, software, and service providers throughout their lifecycle. For data centers it covers vetting equipment vendors, verifying firmware and component integrity, monitoring software dependencies, and guarding against counterfeit or compromised parts. It has grown critical as attacks increasingly target trusted suppliers to reach otherwise well-defended infrastructure.
Category: Security & Compliance · Subcategory: Cybersecurity & Zero Trust · Part of the AIDC Technical Terminology reference.