CMMC Final Rule Is Here-What You Need To Know CMMC is finally here! It’s been quite a journey since CMMC 1.0 was first announced back in January 2020. Now, almost five years later, there have been many important changes, and we’ve kept you updated along the way. As we get closer to the official rollout, […]
Becoming compliant with Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification (CMMC) is expected to become a requirement in March of 2025 for government contractors handling Federal Contract Information (FCI) or Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI) / Covered Defense Information (CDI). Attaining this certification, designed to enhance cybersecurity standards within the Defense Industrial Base, can be a complex and challenging process. […]
The Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification (CMMC) 2.0 is a comprehensive framework that aims to protect the controlled unclassified information (CUI) of the Defense Industrial Base (DIB) from frequent and increasingly complex cyberattacks. Failure to meet the controls within the CMMC 2.0 standard and gain a certification can eliminate your ability as a firm to be […]
Becoming compliant with Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification (CMMC) is expected to become a requirement in March of 2024 for government contractors handling Federal Contract Information (FCI) or Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI) / Covered Defense Information (CDI). Attaining this certification, designed to enhance cybersecurity standards within the Defense Industrial Base, can be a complex and challenging process. […]
The Department of Defense’s CMMC program has taken a giant step ahead with the publication of the CMMC Proposed Rule on December 26th in the Federal Register . This begins a 60-day comment period, with the expectation that CMMC will begin to appear in contracts by late 2024 or early 2025. While the proposed rule […]
The CMMC is making progress towards training new CMMC auditors. With the first round of trainees through, they are gearing up to begin the next round. This is an exciting time, and recently we have seen an emergency action that is now included in the finalization of the DFARS rules change. Approved by the Office […]
The Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification (CMMC) is redefining the cybersecurity requirements for all companies that work with the Department of Defense (DoD) in any capacity. This means that these companies will need to take the time to analyze their cybersecurity solution and compare it to the listed requirements for each certification level—if you don’t have […]
Can you imagine logging into your system to access your business data and being unable to do so? Talk about your worst nightmare coming true! Unfortunately, an increasing number of businesses around the world are living this nightmare with countless others coming in the line of fire, including yours. Ransomware is growing rapidly and crippling […]
Having an up-to-date technology infrastructure is critical for organizations to perform well in this ever-changing business world. An outdated technology infrastructure can harm your business by: Giving cybercriminals a free pass Putting your company in hot water with regulators Reducing overall productivity Causing employee dissatisfaction Upsetting your customers Once you understand the risks of not […]
When used strategically, technology can help small and medium-sized businesses (SMBs) develop a more productive, efficient and innovative workforce. That’s why businesses that prioritize technology are three times more likely to exceed corporate goals. In a business world that’s evolving at a breakneck pace, your company may not be able to perform at its full […]
What is Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA)? MFA is a security measure that requires multiple types of credentials to verify a user’s identity prior to accessing an account or system. When a user logs in with a username and password, one or more additional forms of identification will also be required before allowing access. The key that makes […]
So, your business is comprised of 50 or less employees and your industry does not seem to be attractive to hackers. You ask yourself what a hacker could possibly hope to gain by targeting your company? According to experts, since the pandemic, many small businesses are staying afloat utilizing cyber business methods, new technologies, e-commerce, or online business sales, as well as […]
