Planning for Retirement: How Can We Prepare for Software's End-of-Life and End-of-Support - Lecture

Explore the critical issue of software end-of-life (EOL) and end-of-support (EOS) in this informative 41-minute conference talk by Victoria Ontiveros and Justin Murphy from DHS/CISA. Gain clarity on key terminology and understand the implications for supply chain and operational security. Examine the relationship between EOL/EOS and ongoing discussions on software naming and versioning. Learn about potential solutions involving software transparency and supply chain security efforts, including SBOM, VEX, and CSAF. Discover the OpenEoX initiative from the OASIS community, aimed at developing a standardized method for determining product EOL/EOS status. Engage with current policy efforts and participate in a discussion on this crucial aspect of software lifecycle management.