Manifest Unveils AI Risk Transparency Platform to Secure Defense and Aerospace Supply Chains

Manifest Cyber has launched Manifest AI Risk, a groundbreaking module designed to bring real-time visibility and governance to AI supply chains. Introduced at Black Hat USA, the platform addresses a growing blind spot in enterprise cybersecurity: the opaque and fragmented nature of AI model deployment. For aerospace and defense contractors navigating increasingly complex digital ecosystems, this solution offers a much-needed framework for operational resilience.

Closing the Gap Between AI Adoption and Security

As aerospace firms integrate AI into avionics, predictive maintenance, and autonomous systems, traditional security tools have struggled to keep pace. Manifest AI Risk tackles this challenge head-on by automating the discovery, inventory, and risk assessment of AI models and datasets. Its AI Bill of Materials (AIBOM) engine scans development and production environments to identify embedded models, track provenance, and flag vulnerabilities—compressing what once took weeks into minutes.

This capability is especially critical for defense contractors, who must comply with Executive Order 14028 and Department of Defense directives on software transparency. Manifest’s platform enables these organizations to aggregate and vet SBOMs (Software Bills of Materials) across internal and third-party sources, ensuring compliance while mitigating supply chain threats from nation-state actors.

Why AI Transparency Matters in Aerospace

Aerospace systems are increasingly software-defined, from satellite payloads to eVTOL flight controllers. Yet the AI models powering these systems often lack clear documentation, licensing transparency, or training data provenance. This creates legal and operational risks that can ripple across mission-critical platforms.

According to Gartner’s 2025 cybersecurity forecast, over 70 percent of enterprises deploying AI will face significant governance challenges without dedicated tooling. Manifest’s AI Risk dashboard offers executive-grade visibility, enabling aerospace leaders to evaluate open-weight models, enforce governance policies, and respond to incidents with speed and precision.

Built for Scale and Strategic Decision-Making

Developed in partnership with six Fortune 500 companies, Manifest AI Risk integrates with DevSecOps workflows and supports continuous monitoring across diverse environments. Its policy engine restricts outdated or non-compliant models, while its executive dashboard translates technical risk into strategic insight—bridging the gap between engineering teams and boardroom decision-makers.

For aerospace OEMs and Tier 1 suppliers, this means faster time-to-deployment, reduced legal exposure, and a more mature cybersecurity posture in an era of AI-driven innovation.

As AI becomes embedded in everything from propulsion systems to satellite communications, the need for transparent, scalable governance will only intensify. Manifest’s latest offering positions it as a key enabler of secure AI adoption across aerospace and defense, helping organizations turn compliance into competitive advantage.