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Crypto Bill of Materials (CBOM), Explained

SBOMs track your dependencies. CBOMs track your cryptography. Here's how to build your first one.

Published 2026-09-01 — 10 min read

What Is a CBOM?

A Cryptographic Bill of Materials inventories every algorithm, key length, and cryptographic library in use across your organization.

Why You Need One

You cannot migrate what you cannot find. An up-to-date CBOM is the prerequisite for any prioritized, comprehensive algorithm swap.

Getting Started

Start with automated discovery tools, then layer in manual review of vendor and third-party software.

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