SolarWinds, a leading provider of IT management software, has made history by becoming the first software provider to officially align with the new Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) Secure Software Development Framework (SSDF) guidance. This critical step demonstrates SolarWinds’ commitment to improving the security of its products and ensuring that they meet the highest standards of cybersecurity.
The CISA SSDF guidance was developed by CISA in collaboration with industry experts and government agencies to provide best practices for developing secure software. The guidance includes 15 recommendations focused on improving security throughout the software development lifecycle, from design and coding to testing and deployment. By aligning with this guidance, SolarWinds is demonstrating its dedication to incorporating security best practices into its software development processes.
SolarWinds’ commitment to security is particularly relevant in light of recent cyber-attacks that have targeted software supply chains. The SolarWinds cyber-attack of 2020, in which hackers compromised SolarWinds’ Orion platform to gain access to numerous government and private sector organizations, underscored the importance of securing software supply chains. By aligning with the CISA SSDF guidance, SolarWinds is taking proactive steps to prevent similar incidents from occurring in the future.
In a statement announcing its alignment with the CISA SSDF guidance, SolarWinds emphasized its dedication to improving security and accountability within the software industry. Sudhakar Ramakrishna, President and CEO of SolarWinds, stated, “As a software provider, it is our responsibility to ensure that our products are developed and delivered securely. By aligning with the CISA SSDF guidance, we are demonstrating our commitment to enhancing the security of our software and protecting our customers from cyber threats.”
SolarWinds’ efforts to align with the CISA SSDF guidance have already begun to yield positive results. The company has implemented several security enhancements in its software development processes, including increased security testing, code reviews, and vulnerability assessments. SolarWinds has also committed to ongoing compliance with the CISA SSDF guidance and will continue to work with CISA and other industry partners to improve security practices within the software industry.
In conclusion, SolarWinds’ alignment with the CISA SSDF guidance marks a significant milestone in the software industry’s efforts to improve cybersecurity. By taking proactive steps to enhance the security of its products, SolarWinds is setting a new standard for software providers and demonstrating its leadership in cybersecurity. As other software companies follow suit and align with the CISA SSDF guidance, the industry as a whole will become more resilient to cyber threats, ultimately benefiting customers and the broader cybersecurity community.
