Many small businesses do not consider themselves worthy enough targets for more advanced attacks, such as advanced persistent threats (APTs). As such, they often have only minimal cybersecurity [...]
The NIST cybersecurity framework is a globally recognized standard that offers guidance on how organizations can mitigate information security risks. It is updated regularly to reflect the most [...]
While the cybersecurity maturity model certification (CMMC) framework makes no mention of the dark web, it is essential that security leaders understand the risk it presents.
The cybersecurity maturity model certification (CMMC) 2.0 requires a multilayered approach to information security. Of the 171 practices listed in the CMMC 2.0 cybersecurity framework, 11 fall into [...]
The cybersecurity maturity model certification (CMMC) 2.0 framework first introduces the need for security awareness training in level 2. The value of training employees to become more aware of [...]
The cybersecurity maturity model certification (CMMC) 2.0 is a journey towards proactive security, whereby organizations ultimately shift their focus to preventing security events from occurring in [...]
Prior to the Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification, defense contractors were responsible for implementing, maintaining, and assessing their own cybersecurity practices in accordance with the [...]
The Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification (CMMC) 2.0 replaces the current DFARS 252.204-7012 clause that defense contractors currently have to when entering into a contract with the Department [...]
Most organizations wanting to contract or subcontract with the Department of Defense should aim for CMMC level 3. This is the minimum required level for handling controlled unclassified information [...]
Level 5 is the highest of all the CMMC levels, and the most time-consuming and complicated to achieve. While this level only adds 15 new CMMC controls, they are far more complex and burdensome to [...]