Gaining and maintaining compliance with the CMMC, especially at Level 2 or higher, is a complex challenge for many organizations within the DIB. Among the more difficult of these is managing the disruption that often accompanies new tech, especially when these measures impact day-to-day workflows and require a shift in organizational culture. The solution is… Read More
If you’re a DoD contractor, you’ve probably felt the pain of juggling multiple cybersecurity frameworks. Between CMMC requirements and NIST 800-53 compliance, you’re doing the same work. Automating these frameworks can help you work smarter, not harder, while maintaining a strong security program. For organizations serving both government and commercial customers, being able to connect… Read More
If you’re in the compliance world, you know the regulatory landscape is changing faster than ever. Organizations are under mounting pressure to remain compliant while maintaining smooth operations. As regulatory requirements become increasingly complex and penalties for non-compliance grow more severe, businesses are turning to Regulatory Technology (RegTech) solutions as a strategic imperative. The most… Read More
Compliance and cybersecurity teams are facing a growing challenge: proving they meet regulatory requirements while maintaining strong security in an increasingly complex and fast-moving business landscape. Traditional methods for mapping controls, processes, and risk areas simply can’t keep up in today’s ever-evolving regulatory environment. This is where automapping steps in as a game-changer, revolutionizing how… Read More
Unfortunately, cybercrime is once again in the news. This time, a small county in Ohio has been the victim of an attack that has destabilized their ability to provide critical services to constituents. While the damage itself isn’t devastating, it highlights the fact that no government agency, no matter how big or small, is immune… Read More
CMMC has fundamentally transformed the landscape for defense contractors operating within the DIB. With mandatory compliance deadlines looming and contract requirements becoming increasingly stringent, organizations can no longer afford to treat cybersecurity as an afterthought. Yet for many contractors, the path to CMMC Level 2 compliance remains fraught with challenges that extend far beyond simple… Read More
In May 2025, Danish officials were alerted to a chilling discovery: unexplained electronic components embedded in imported circuit boards destined for the country’s energy infrastructure. The equipment, reportedly intended for solar power or broader energy supply applications, raised immediate concerns from Green Power Denmark, a national industry group. While the intentions behind the components remain… Read More
Unlike traditional cyber threats that exploit system vulnerabilities, social engineering manipulates human psychology to bypass even the most sophisticated technical defenses. The human element is, unfortunately, often the weakest. Over the years, the prevalence and sophistication of social engineering attacks have escalated. Threat actors are employing increasingly sophisticated techniques to target both individuals and organizations… Read More
FedRAMP is at the center of the federal mandate on cloud technology, offering a standardized approach for assessing, authorizing, and continuously monitoring these services across agencies. But even with a mature framework, FedRAMP processes can be time-consuming and document-heavy. This is where the Open Security Controls Assessment Language (OSCAL) comes in. This transformative initiative introduces… Read More
Cloud security and compliance have emerged as critical concerns amid the modern transformation to cloud infrastructure. Adopting Cloud Service Providers (CSPs) has become a strategic imperative rather than just an option for efficiency, and organizations aiming to fortify their security orientation and navigate the complex regulatory environment effectively need to understand how to evaluate their… Read More
As the federal government continues to move critical systems into the cloud, SaaS offerings inevitably move to the forefront of digital transformation. These solutions provide the scalability and flexibility these agencies need, even if they introduce unique security challenges. Namely, isolation strategies become paramount when serving multiple tenants, especially in high-security environments. FedRAMP sets rigorous… Read More
?In a significant move to better encapsulate its expansive mission, StateRAMP has announced its rebranding to GovRAMP. This change reflects the organization’s dedication to unifying cybersecurity standards across all levels of government (state, local, tribal, and educational institutions) while fostering collaboration between the public and private sectors.?
As the cyber threat landscape becomes increasingly dominated by state-sponsored actors and advanced persistent threats, the DoD has taken critical steps to evolve its cybersecurity requirements for defense contractors. For contractors handling Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI) and seeking to achieve CMMC Level 3, the NIST SP 800-172 Enhanced Security Requirements represent the most stringent technical… Read More
FedRAMP, initially established in 2011 to standardize the security authorization of cloud services for federal use, has often been criticized for its complexity and cost. To address these challenges, the FedRAMP Program Management Office launched FedRAMP 20x—a modernization initiative designed to radically transform how cloud service providers achieve and maintain FedRAMP authorization. FedRAMP 20x represents… Read More
Protecting CUI is critical to national security. As adversaries increasingly target the Defense Industrial Base, the Department of Defense has strengthened its approach to cybersecurity compliance through the CMMC. While CMMC does not explicitly create or enforce data governance frameworks, it plays a pivotal role in operationalizing the technical and procedural controls necessary to secure… Read More
The journey toward SOC 2 can feel daunting: fragmented documentation, unclear control mapping, and labor-intensive evidence collection often slow progress and increase audit risk. That’s where compliance platforms come in. These technology-driven solutions promise to streamline the entire SOC 2 process, from readiness assessments and control implementation to continuous monitoring and audit preparation. However, with… Read More
Automapping CMMC practices to other compliance frameworks such as NIST 800-53, ISO 27001, and FedRAMP is an attractive option for security teams managing complex regulatory landscapes. On paper, many of these frameworks cover overlapping domains: access control, audit logging, incident response, risk assessment, and system configuration management. However, the practical reality of automating reveals significant… Read More
More than ever, insider threats remain among the most challenging attacks to detect and the most damaging to mitigate. Threats from individuals with authorized access are a critical focus of the CMMC, particularly at Levels 2 and 3, which mandate strong controls to combat social engineering and threats from employees or other internal stakeholders. This… Read More
Achieving FedRAMP authorization requires a hardened approach to cryptographic validation beyond shallow ciphers. For CSPs, simply saying that you use AES-256 or support TLS without verified, validated cryptographic modules introduces fatal flaws into authorization efforts. To succeed, CSPs must build systems that assume validation is an operational need and not something they do after the… Read More
Penetration testing plays a vital role in FedRAMP assessments, and red team testing represents this domain’s most advanced and realistic evaluation form. This article delves into the scope, process, and value of red team penetration testing in the FedRAMP context, providing insights for cloud service providers, third-party assessment organizations, and federal stakeholders.
End-to-end encrypted messaging apps like Signal have gained widespread traction in the news (for better or worse). The app is widely praised for its robust encryption model, minimal data collection, and open-source transparency. Journalists, activists, and security-conscious executives have turned to Signal as a trusted tool for secure communication. But while Signal excels in privacy,… Read More
CMMC has emerged as a pivotal framework for contractors working in the DiB, ensuring that organizations safeguard sensitive information effectively. CMMC requires adherents to follow comprehensive documentation and robust policy frameworks like any other. Here, we will discuss the intricacies of documentation and policy development within the CMMC context, providing expert insights for organizations aiming… Read More
A critical component of CMMC is the robust authentication mechanisms that it requires, including biometric authentication, which plays a pivotal role in safeguarding sensitive information. As biometrics become more common and available across organizations, standards are evolving to incorporate this substantial identification measure. This article covers the technical aspects of CMMC’s authentication requirements, emphasizing the… Read More
Effective log management is critical to CMMC. It ensures organizations can monitor, analyze, and respond appropriately to security incidents. Properly implemented, log management supports compliance, enhances security posture, and provides a foundation for forensic analysis. Here, we’ll discuss some of the particulars of log management under CMMC, covering the technical aspects of log management within… Read More