Examining Security Awareness Lapses and Critical Cyber Threats Against the Department of Defense Military Supply Chain Systems

Abstract

Cyber threats have become a major concern in today's world. As the United States Department of Defense (DoD) increasingly relies on the military supply chain systems to support the operations of their military forces, cyber threats have the potential to cause significant damage. These systems are responsible for the transportation, storage, and distribution of materials and equipment from the supplier to the end user, which includes both military personnel and civilian personnel. It is also responsible for the acquisition, maintenance, and disposal of materials and equipment. The purpose of this chapter is to examine the critical cyber threats posed to the DoD military supply chain systems and provide recommendations to address them.