Aviat Networks Strengthens Software Cybersecurity Offering
Aviat Networks (NASDAQ: AVNW) has announced enhanced cybersecurity measures through two key initiatives: the Secure Software Development Lifecycle (SSDLC) process and Software Vulnerability Alert (SVA) service. The SSDLC implements security at every stage of software development, utilizing third-party validation and following OWASP practices.
The SVA service will provide proactive notifications to customers about potential vulnerabilities identified through MITRE 's CVE database. The system performs nightly scans of ProVision and ProVision Plus Management software, promising to alert subscribed customers within 24 hours of detecting major or critical vulnerabilities, along with mitigation recommendations or software patches.
Aviat Networks (NASDAQ: AVNW) ha annunciato misure di cybersicurezza migliorate attraverso due iniziative chiave: il processo di Secure Software Development Lifecycle (SSDLC) e il servizio Software Vulnerability Alert (SVA). L'SSDLC implementa la sicurezza in ogni fase dello sviluppo del software, utilizzando validazioni di terze parti e seguendo le pratiche OWASP.
Il servizio SVA offrirà notifiche proattive ai clienti riguardo a potenziali vulnerabilità identificate attraverso il database CVE di MITRE. Il sistema esegue scansioni notturne del software di gestione ProVision e ProVision Plus, promettendo di avvisare i clienti iscritti entro 24 ore dalla rilevazione di vulnerabilità significative o critiche, insieme a raccomandazioni di mitigazione o patch software.
Aviat Networks (NASDAQ: AVNW) ha anunciado medidas mejoradas de ciberseguridad a través de dos iniciativas clave: el proceso de Secured Software Development Lifecycle (SSDLC) y el servicio Software Vulnerability Alert (SVA). El SSDLC implementa la seguridad en cada etapa del desarrollo de software, utilizando validaciones de terceros y siguiendo las prácticas de OWASP.
El servicio SVA proporcionará notificaciones proactivas a los clientes sobre posibles vulnerabilidades identificadas a través de la base de datos CVE de MITRE. El sistema realiza escaneos nocturnos del software de gestión ProVision y ProVision Plus, prometiendo alertar a los clientes suscritos dentro de las 24 horas posteriores a la detección de vulnerabilidades mayores o críticas, junto con recomendaciones de mitigación o parches de software.
Aviat Networks (NASDAQ: AVNW)는 두 가지 주요 이니셔티브를 통해 향상된 사이버 보안 조치를 발표했습니다: 안전한 소프트웨어 개발 생애 주기(SSDLC) 프로세스와 소프트웨어 취약점 경고(SVA) 서비스입니다. SSDLC는 소프트웨어 개발의 각 단계에서 보안을 구현하며, 제3자 검증을 활용하고 OWASP 관행을 따릅니다.
SVA 서비스는 MITRE의 CVE 데이터베이스를 통해 식별된 잠재적인 취약점에 대해 고객에게 사전 알림을 제공합니다. 이 시스템은 ProVision 및 ProVision Plus 관리 소프트웨어의 야간 스캔을 수행하여 주요 또는 치명적인 취약점을 감지한 후 24시간 이내에 구독 고객에게 경고하고, 완화 권장 사항 또는 소프트웨어 패치를 제공합니다.
Aviat Networks (NASDAQ: AVNW) a annoncé des mesures de cybersécurité renforcées à travers deux initiatives clés : le processus de Cycle de Vie de Développement de Logiciels Sécurisé (SSDLC) et le service Alerte de Vulnérabilité Logicielle (SVA). Le SSDLC implémente la sécurité à chaque étape du développement logiciel, en utilisant une validation par des tiers et en suivant les bonnes pratiques de l'OWASP.
Le service SVA fournira des notifications proactives aux clients concernant des vulnérabilités potentielles identifiées à travers la base de données CVE de MITRE. Le système effectue des analyses nocturnes des logiciels de gestion ProVision et ProVision Plus, promettant d'alerter les clients abonnés dans les 24 heures suivant la détection de vulnérabilités majeures ou critiques, avec des recommandations d'atténuation ou des correctifs logiciels.
Aviat Networks (NASDAQ: AVNW) hat verbesserte Maßnahmen zur Cybersicherheit durch zwei zentrale Initiativen bekannt gegeben: den Sicheren Softwareentwicklungslebenszyklus (SSDLC) und den Software Vulnerability Alert (SVA) Dienst. Der SSDLC implementiert Sicherheit in jeder Phase der Softwareentwicklung, nutzt Drittvalidierung und folgt den OWASP-Praktiken.
Der SVA-Dienst bietet proaktive Benachrichtigungen an die Kunden über potenzielle Schwachstellen, die über die CVE-Datenbank von MITRE identifiziert wurden. Das System führt nächtliche Scans der Management-Software ProVision und ProVision Plus durch und verspricht, abonnierte Kunden innerhalb von 24 Stunden nach der Entdeckung von wesentlichen oder kritischen Schwachstellen zu alarmieren, zusammen mit Empfehlungen zur Risikominderung oder Software-Patches.
- Implementation of enhanced cybersecurity measures strengthens product security
- Third-party validation adds credibility to security processes
- 24-hour notification system for critical vulnerabilities provides rapid response capability
- Integration with recognized security standards (OWASP, MITRE) demonstrates commitment to industry best practices
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This strategic cybersecurity enhancement positions Aviat Networks at the forefront of secure wireless transport solutions, particularly significant given the rising threats to critical infrastructure. The implementation of SSDLC with third-party validation addresses a important market need, especially for government and utility sector clients who face stringent security requirements.
The SVA service introduction is particularly noteworthy for three reasons: 1) The 24-hour notification window for critical CVEs significantly outpaces industry standards, potentially reducing customer exposure to vulnerabilities 2) Integration with MITRE 's framework aligns with Department of Homeland Security requirements, potentially strengthening Aviat's position in government contracts 3) The proactive scanning approach using third-party tools demonstrates a commitment to objective security validation, a key differentiator in the wireless transport market.
While the immediate revenue impact may be modest, these enhancements could drive long-term value through:
- Increased competitiveness in high-security sectors like utilities and government
- Potential for recurring revenue through the SVA subscription service
- Reduced liability and security incident response costs
- Enhanced compliance with evolving cybersecurity regulations
The timing is strategic, coinciding with increased focus on critical infrastructure protection and the rising costs of cyber incidents. However, the success will largely depend on Aviat's ability to monetize these security features and effectively differentiate from competitors who may offer similar services.
Introduces Secure Software Development Lifecycle (SSDLC) and Software Vulnerability Alerts (SVA) that meet latest security requirements and offer peace of mind to operators of mission critical networks
Aviat's SSDLC is a structured process to improve cybersecurity for all Aviat products, built with independent 3rd party validation that integrates security at every stage of the software lifecycle, from definition, design, coding, testing and maintenance, to ensure that vulnerabilities are proactively identified and mitigated. Aviat will leverage the latest secure software practices from internationally recognized organizations such as OWASP (Open Worldwide Application Security Project) which ensures consistent vulnerability management, continuous improvement in security posture and ultimately delivers safer, more resilient software solutions.
Software Vulnerability Alert (SVA) is an add-value service that will deliver a proactive notification to Aviat customers of any potential impact of "common vulnerability/exposures" (CVE) that are published by the MITRE Corporation, a non-profit organization that is funded by the US Department of Homeland Security. Aviat will perform nightly scanning of ProVision and ProVision Plus Management software source code using 3rd-party tools and notify SVA subscribed customers within 24 hours of the detection of any major or critical detected CVE, along with the recommended mitigation and/or a software patch.
"At Aviat we take security of our customer's networks extremely seriously," Pete Smith, CEO Aviat Networks said, "We are pleased to implement these new cybersecurity measures to ensure the integrity of our products and software and believe that this new service will provide that extra level of protection and peace of mind for our customers."
Together, Aviat's introduction of SSDLC combined with SVA notifications will provide operators with the confidence and peace of mind that their Aviat management systems are being protected proactively against known cybersecurity threats on an ongoing basis.
About Aviat Networks
Aviat is the leading expert in wireless transport and access solutions and works to provide dependable products, services and support to its customers. With more than one million systems sold into 170 countries worldwide, communications service providers and private network operators including state/local government, utility, federal government and defense organizations trust Aviat with their critical applications. Coupled with a long history of microwave innovations, Aviat provides a comprehensive suite of localized professional and support services enabling customers to drastically simplify both their networks and their lives. For more than 70 years, the experts at Aviat have delivered high performance products, simplified operations, and the best overall customer experience. Aviat is headquartered in
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