Infrastructure Modernization as a Cyber-Resilience Imperative for National Software Ecosystems

Abstract

In this paper, the researchers examine the process of modernization undertaken to enhance national software ecosystems with cyber-resilience. The study is a quantitative approach to the research with actual data in the form of patch records, vulnerability reports, and modernization logs. Some of the key indicators that the study will measure are the patch remediation window, the patch success rate and reduction in the number of the exposed vulnerabilities. The findings indicate that virtualization, automation, renewal of the OS lifecycle, and security hardening result in acceleration of patching, reduction of failed deployments, and vulnerability exposure. The results are in line with the observation that modernization leads to establishment of more stable and secure national systems. The research gives strong evidence on planning and enhancing long term cyber-resilience initiatives.