Articles
Software Supply Chain Compromise: Lessons for Defence and Critical Systems
Marketing and Outreach Team
23 Nov 2025
5 Min Read
A deep dive into modern supply-chain attacks, why defence systems remain vulnerable, and what architectural controls actually work.
TL;DR
Supply-chain attacks succeed because trust is implicit. Defence software stacks are increasingly complex, making verification�not detection�the primary control.
1. Anatomy of a Supply-Chain Attack
Attackers compromise build pipelines, dependencies, or update mechanisms to gain wide access with minimal effort.
2. Why Defence Is Not Immune
Classified systems still rely on commercial tooling, open-source libraries, and contractor pipelines.
3. Controls That Matter
Reproducible builds
Signed artifacts
Strict dependency allow-lists
Continuous integrity validation
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AIC’s Marketing and Outreach Team builds visibility and trust across Defence and security. We deliver strategic campaigns, thought leadership, and stakeholder engagement while balancing transparency with discretion. Our mission is to position AIC as a trusted, innovative partner to the UK MoD and beyond.
