Developing Chip Security Standards for ICT Product Supply Chain in Taiwan

Abstract

Digital trust is essential for the reliable operation of society. Advances in semiconductor technology and the rapid miniaturization of electronic components have posed a major challenge to the security of digital technology. These potentially insecure chips could weaken digital trust, which could in turn affect the reliable operation of society. Since chip security is not only related to personal privacy, but also to national security and the stability of corporate operations, establishing trusted chip security standards is the cornerstone of ensuring digital trust, providing a guarantee for people to use digital technology with confidence. Recognizing the significant position of Taiwan's semiconductor industry in the global ICT supply chain, and with the support of the Taiwan Ministry of Digital Affairs, we have developed the Chip Security Standard for ICT Product Supply Chain. The standard encompasses 31 chip security requirements and has been released in Taiwan as an industry benchmark. This paper presents the background of the security standard development, the expert review process, the overview of the chip security standards and its impact on the industry. By establishing these standards, the work addresses vulnerabilities in semiconductor technology that arise from rapid miniaturization and advances, which could potentially compromise both personal privacy and national security. This standard serves as a benchmark for the industry in Taiwan, guiding the production and use of more secure digital technologies and reinforcing the overall reliability and security of the digital ecosystem.