J Angel Reuben

Nilesh Ware

Abstract

The primary objective of this paper is to understand the various sources of supply chain poisoning, and then provides some mitigation strategies, finally, a framework with recommendations for mitigation to cyber security risks in supply chain in defence has been worked out based on the research carried out. Supply chain is the backbone of any organization, especially more critical in defence since it directly impacts the national security. It is observed that more the process in the supply chain more the exposure to various risks, especially in market competition the cyber security risk are vital. Supply chains are flexible and producers from different countries may be used, so that two fully assembled devices may have different supply chains, with different component manufacturers. While this practice minimizes costs and maximizes production capability, it makes it more difficult to assure security and quality. The research is carried out based on comprehensive literature survey followed by interviewing procurement and cyber security personnel from armed forces, DRDO, industry and Government. India is vulnerable since the defence industry is dependent on the import of advanced technology equipment.

Keywords- Supply Chain Poisoning, embedded system security, defence equipment, vulnerability, threats