Explore the critical role of obscure open source packages in infrastructure during this 18-minute conference talk. Discover the challenges of identifying and supporting these essential yet often overlooked projects that can significantly impact large ecosystems. Learn from Julia Ferraioli, Open Source Technical Leader at Cisco, and Amir Montazery, Chief Operating Officer at Open Source Technology Improvement Fund (OSTIF), as they discuss strategies for finding and supporting these crucial components of our digital infrastructure. Gain insights into the importance of securing open source supply chains through automated tooling, best practices, education, and collaboration.