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Defense Industrial Base: Need Help Choosing the Right CMMC Assessment at the Right Time?
In the DIB world, not all CMMC assessments are created equally — especially when safeguarding our CUI Assets. Understanding the difference between Gap and Readiness
DIB and GovCon: Is it Time to Reconsider Cloud First?
With the DoD’s new memo tightening FedRAMP requirements for cloud services, it may be time to develop a new approach.
NIST 800-171 Revision 3: 5 Critical Updates You Should Know
In January 2024, NIST released critical updates to NIST 800-171 revision 3. Here’s everything you need to know to achieve compliance.
How to Pass the 10 Most Failed NIST 800-171 Requirements
In 2023, the DIBCAC revealed the 10 most frequently failed NIST 800-171 requirements. Here are the common mistakes to avoid.
Ransomware Assessments vs.
Penetration Testing
Discover the differences between Ransomware Assessments by SP6 and penetration testing, and learn which is right for your organization.
3 Reasons Why NIST 800-171 Revision 3 SHOULD Impact Your CMMC Strategy
Disclaimer: NIST 800-171 Revision 3 is in DRAFT form, and public comments will be gathered before the publication is made final. 1. Resource Allocation =
State and Local Governments Can Apply for Federal Cybersecurity Grants Soon
A law passed by Congress late last year allocated $1 billion in cybersecurity grants for state and local governments to improve their digital defenses.
Welcome to the Evolution of Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification – CMMC 2.0
Back in September, we wrote a blog about the Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification (CMMC) program. In it, we explained how the Department of Defense introduced CMMC in 2019 to strengthen cybersecurity standards for Department of Defense (DoD) contractors.
