
By Shannon Flynn
The United States will soon get some long-awaited cybersecurity updates.
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That’s because the Biden administration will issue the National Cyber Strategy within days. Despite lacking an official published document, some industry professionals have already seen a draft copy of the strategic plan and weighed in with their thoughts. Here’s a look at some broad themes to expect and how they will impact businesses:
•New vendor responsibilities. Increased federal regulation puts more responsibility on hardware and software vendors compared to the customers who ultimately use their products.
Until now, people have primarily relied on market forces rather than regulatory authority. However, that approach often leads to bug-filled software because makers prioritize new product releases over ensuring they’re sufficiently secure.
These changes mean business representatives may see more marketing materials angled toward what hardware and software producers do to align with the new regulations.