Apiiro Leads the Charge in Secure by Design: Among First 25 to Sign America's Cyber Defense Agency Pledge

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Published July 18 2024 · 1 min. read

In an era where cybersecurity threats are constantly evolving, it's crucial for companies to take proactive steps in securing their software. That's why we're proud to announce that Apiiro is among the first 25 companies, and the first ASPM company, to sign America's Cyber Defense Agency's Secure by Design Pledge. This commitment underscores our dedication to building security into the very fabric of our products and services. **What is the Secure by Design Pledge?** The Secure by Design Pledge, initiated by America's Cyber Defense Agency, is a voluntary commitment focused on enterprise software products and services. It encompasses on-premises software, cloud services, and Software as a Service (SaaS) offerings. By signing this pledge, software manufacturers like Apiiro are committing to a good-faith effort to work towards seven key security goals over the coming year. **Why This Matters** In today's digital landscape, security can't be an afterthought. By being one of the first 25 signatories, Apiiro is demonstrating our leadership in the cybersecurity space and our commitment to protecting our customers' data and systems. **The Seven Goals** The pledge focuses on seven core areas: 1. Taking ownership of security outcomes for customers 2. Ensuring secure development practices 3. Implementing a vulnerability disclosure program 4. Maintaining accurate inventory of components 5. Implementing identity and access management controls 6. Encrypting data in transit and at rest 7. Monitoring and responding to security incidents **What This Means for Our Customers** By signing this pledge, we're reaffirming our commitment to your security. You can expect enhanced security features built into our products from the ground up, greater transparency about our security practices, and continued innovation in our approach to cybersecurity. **The Road Ahead** While we're proud to be among the first 25 companies to sign this pledge, we recognize that this is just the beginning. We believe that security is a collaborative effort, and we're excited to be part of this initiative that brings together industry leaders to raise the bar for software security.

Emily Eaton