GITNUXREPORT 2025

Supply Chain In The Cyber Security Industry Statistics

Majority face supply chain cyber risks; proactive measures essential now.

Jannik Linder

Co-Founder of Gitnux, specialized in content and tech since 2016.

First published: April 29, 2025

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55% of organizations are developing specific incident response plans for supply chain cyber incidents

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69% of organizations increased cybersecurity staff dedicated to supply chain security in 2023

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50% of organizations lack real-time monitoring of supply chain cybersecurity

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The average cost of a supply chain attack in 2023 is estimated at $4.3 million

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68% of organizations have experienced a supply chain attack in the past year

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67% of supply chain security incidents are caused by compromised software or hardware components

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47% of companies experienced disruption due to supply chain cyber vulnerabilities in 2023

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54% of supply chain attacks utilize malware embedded in software updates

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69% of organizations have experienced at least one supply chain security incident in the past two years

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77% of security breaches involving supply chain vulnerabilities go undetected for more than three months

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83% of cyber incidents impacting supply chains involve compromised credentials

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50% of organizations experienced delays in product delivery due to cybersecurity issues in their supply chain

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45% of supply chain cyber incidents involve mobile device vulnerabilities

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53% of organizations have experienced supply chain disruption due to cyber attacks in the past year

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62% of supply chain cyber incidents involve ransomware attacks

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54% of supply chain cyber incidents caused by insider threats

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72% of organizations expect supply chain cyber threats to increase in the next year

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44% of companies have experienced loss of intellectual property due to supply chain cyber attacks

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45% of supply chain cyber attacks involve malware-laden updates or patches

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70% of organizations have experienced at least one supply chain cyber incident affecting operations

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78% of supply chain cyber incidents involve software or code vulnerabilities

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48% of organizations plan to implement blockchain for supply chain security by 2025

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64% of organizations plan to adopt AI-driven security solutions to monitor supply chain vulnerabilities

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81% of cybersecurity leaders believe supply chain security is a top priority

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55% of cyber attacks in 2023 involved third-party vendors or suppliers

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42% of organizations have experienced a security breach via a third-party provider

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59% of organizations regularly conduct supply chain security assessments

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73% of organizations lack full visibility into their supplier cybersecurity postures

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49% of vendors do not meet the cybersecurity standards required by their clients

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85% of cybersecurity incidents related to supply chain originate from third-party vendors

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41% of companies use automated tools to monitor third-party vendor cybersecurity

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62% of supply chain cyber incidents could have been prevented with better vendor vetting

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71% of organizations plan to increase their cybersecurity budget for supply chain management in 2024

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58% of cybersecurity leaders consider supply chain risk as a critical concern

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36% of third-party vendors have experienced cybersecurity breaches in the last year

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29% of supply chain cybersecurity incidents are caused by phishing attacks targeting vendors

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Only 40% of organizations regularly audit their supply chain security measures

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63% of companies are concerned about the security of their suppliers' cloud infrastructure

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52% of organizations believe suppliers are not investing enough in cybersecurity

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76% of organizations are increasing their focus on supply chain cyber risk management following recent attacks

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60% of organizations use third-party risk management software to monitor supply chain cybersecurity

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80% of cyber insurance policies for supply chain disruptions require comprehensive third-party security assessments

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41% of organizations faced challenges integrating supply chain cybersecurity practices into overall cybersecurity measures

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59% of firms report difficulties in assessing third-party cybersecurity risks effectively

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60% of organizations report that their supply chain vendors lack sufficient cybersecurity maturity

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Key Highlights

68% of organizations have experienced a supply chain attack in the past year
81% of cybersecurity leaders believe supply chain security is a top priority
55% of cyber attacks in 2023 involved third-party vendors or suppliers
42% of organizations have experienced a security breach via a third-party provider
67% of supply chain security incidents are caused by compromised software or hardware components
59% of organizations regularly conduct supply chain security assessments
73% of organizations lack full visibility into their supplier cybersecurity postures
The average cost of a supply chain attack in 2023 is estimated at $4.3 million
49% of vendors do not meet the cybersecurity standards required by their clients
85% of cybersecurity incidents related to supply chain originate from third-party vendors
41% of companies use automated tools to monitor third-party vendor cybersecurity
62% of supply chain cyber incidents could have been prevented with better vendor vetting
71% of organizations plan to increase their cybersecurity budget for supply chain management in 2024

With over two-thirds of organizations experiencing supply chain attacks in the past year and cybersecurity leaders overwhelmingly prioritizing vendor security, the supply chain cyber threat landscape has become an urgent crisis demanding immediate action.

Cybersecurity Preparedness and Response

55% of organizations are developing specific incident response plans for supply chain cyber incidents
69% of organizations increased cybersecurity staff dedicated to supply chain security in 2023
50% of organizations lack real-time monitoring of supply chain cybersecurity

Cybersecurity Preparedness and Response Interpretation

While over half the organizations are crafting tailored incident response plans and bolstering their cybersecurity teams for supply chain resilience, the fact that half still lack real-time monitoring underscores that many are scrambling to keep up in an increasingly complex cyber battlefield.

Financial and Insurance Implications of Supply Chain Cyberattacks

The average cost of a supply chain attack in 2023 is estimated at $4.3 million

Financial and Insurance Implications of Supply Chain Cyberattacks Interpretation

With supply chain attacks costing an average of $4.3 million in 2023, cybersecurity is no longer just an IT issue—it's an expensive lesson in why securing your supply chain should be at the top of every boardroom agenda.

Supply Chain Security Incidents and Impact

68% of organizations have experienced a supply chain attack in the past year
67% of supply chain security incidents are caused by compromised software or hardware components
47% of companies experienced disruption due to supply chain cyber vulnerabilities in 2023
54% of supply chain attacks utilize malware embedded in software updates
69% of organizations have experienced at least one supply chain security incident in the past two years
77% of security breaches involving supply chain vulnerabilities go undetected for more than three months
83% of cyber incidents impacting supply chains involve compromised credentials
50% of organizations experienced delays in product delivery due to cybersecurity issues in their supply chain
45% of supply chain cyber incidents involve mobile device vulnerabilities
53% of organizations have experienced supply chain disruption due to cyber attacks in the past year
62% of supply chain cyber incidents involve ransomware attacks
54% of supply chain cyber incidents caused by insider threats
72% of organizations expect supply chain cyber threats to increase in the next year
44% of companies have experienced loss of intellectual property due to supply chain cyber attacks
45% of supply chain cyber attacks involve malware-laden updates or patches
70% of organizations have experienced at least one supply chain cyber incident affecting operations
78% of supply chain cyber incidents involve software or code vulnerabilities

Supply Chain Security Incidents and Impact Interpretation

With over two-thirds of organizations battered by supply chain cyber attacks—many lurking in unpatched software and insider threats—it's clear that in today's interconnected world, securing your supply chain is no longer an option but a necessity, as the threat landscape continues to grow and remain stealthily undetected for months.

Technologies and Strategies for Supply Chain Security

48% of organizations plan to implement blockchain for supply chain security by 2025
64% of organizations plan to adopt AI-driven security solutions to monitor supply chain vulnerabilities

Technologies and Strategies for Supply Chain Security Interpretation

With nearly half eyeing blockchain for supply chain integrity and nearly two-thirds turning to AI for vigilant oversight, the cybersecurity industry is boldly harnessing next-generation tech to fortify the backbone of global commerce before vulnerabilities can even catch their breath.

Third-Party and Vendor Risk Management

81% of cybersecurity leaders believe supply chain security is a top priority
55% of cyber attacks in 2023 involved third-party vendors or suppliers
42% of organizations have experienced a security breach via a third-party provider
59% of organizations regularly conduct supply chain security assessments
73% of organizations lack full visibility into their supplier cybersecurity postures
49% of vendors do not meet the cybersecurity standards required by their clients
85% of cybersecurity incidents related to supply chain originate from third-party vendors
41% of companies use automated tools to monitor third-party vendor cybersecurity
62% of supply chain cyber incidents could have been prevented with better vendor vetting
71% of organizations plan to increase their cybersecurity budget for supply chain management in 2024
58% of cybersecurity leaders consider supply chain risk as a critical concern
36% of third-party vendors have experienced cybersecurity breaches in the last year
29% of supply chain cybersecurity incidents are caused by phishing attacks targeting vendors
Only 40% of organizations regularly audit their supply chain security measures
63% of companies are concerned about the security of their suppliers' cloud infrastructure
52% of organizations believe suppliers are not investing enough in cybersecurity
76% of organizations are increasing their focus on supply chain cyber risk management following recent attacks
60% of organizations use third-party risk management software to monitor supply chain cybersecurity
80% of cyber insurance policies for supply chain disruptions require comprehensive third-party security assessments
41% of organizations faced challenges integrating supply chain cybersecurity practices into overall cybersecurity measures
59% of firms report difficulties in assessing third-party cybersecurity risks effectively
60% of organizations report that their supply chain vendors lack sufficient cybersecurity maturity

Third-Party and Vendor Risk Management Interpretation

With 81% of cybersecurity leaders deeming supply chain security a top priority and nearly three-quarters lacking full visibility into vendor cybersecurity, it's clear that the real threat isn't just external hackers but the often-overlooked weak links in our digital supply chains that leave organizations vulnerable—making proactive vetting and vigilant monitoring not just prudent but essential.