A Shared Responsibility Matrix is a simple but powerful tool. It clearly shows who is responsible for what in a partnership between a customer and a managed service provider (MSP). This is especially important for CMMC compliance. Think of a Shared Responsibility Matrix as a checklist that spells out who Read more…
This week’s release of the first three post-quantum encryption standards by NIST—FIPS 203, 204, and 205— marks a significant step in securing data against the threat of quantum computing. These standards aim to protect encryption and digital signatures from quantum attacks, ensuring that sensitive data remains secure as technology evolves. Read more…
This week’s release of the first three post-quantum encryption standards by NIST—FIPS 203, 204, and 205—marks a significant step in securing data against the threat of quantum computing. These standards aim to protect encryption and digital signatures from quantum attacks, ensuring that sensitive data remains secure as technology evolves. Here Read more…
Exciting News for CMMC Compliance! On Monday, Microsoft announced that it has achieved FedRAMP HIGH approval for using OpenAI GPT products in its Azure Government Cloud. This includes ChatGPT-4o. The approval means tools like ChatGPT can now be used securely to streamline CMMC documentation and tracking. For those of us Read more…
Are You Ready for the CMMC Shake-Up? Critical Deadlines Are Closer Than You Think! Time is running out for small and medium-sized businesses in the DIB to achieve CMMC compliance. The government is about to finalize the rule that will make the CMMC program mandatory. The clock is ticking. If Read more…
In battle, there is little room for error—and even less for overconfidence. The “Behind the Firewall” report by the DoD highlights a significant gap between perceived and actual cybersecurity readiness in the DIB. Despite 76% of manufacturers expressing confidence, only 16% have detailed cybersecurity policies. Cybersecurity demands methodical attention. Standards, Read more…
Do you work with the DoD? Have you noticed that cybersecurity practices are often shared through “tribal knowledge” rather than being well documented? This is about to change. The report “Behind the Firewall” highlights an urgent issue. 86% of DIB manufacturers lack detailed cybersecurity policies. 41% call their policies limited. Often, Read more…
🚨 Only 22% of SMBs keep up with cybersecurity laws and regulations. 🚨According to the DoD’s June 2024 report, “Behind the Firewall: Assessing Cyber Resilience in U.S. Manufacturing,” a shocking 78% of small to medium-sized businesses (SMBs) do not closely monitor changing cybersecurity laws and regulations.Why does this matter?Because regulations Read more…
Cybersecurity posture isn’t just compliance—it’s a strategic asset. The DoD’s June 2024 report, “Behind the Firewall: Assessing Cyber Resilience in U.S. Manufacturing,” highlights a fact: cybersecurity requirements in RFPs and contracts are now a competitive edge for DIB manufacturers. 74% of the DIB requires comprehensive cybersecurity adherence from their suppliers Read more…
With CMMC coming, is the DIB armed and ready? “Behind the Firewall: Assessing Cyber Resilience in U.S. Manufacturing”, published in June 2024 by the DoD, reveals that 76% of large manufacturers have moderately comprehensive cybersecurity policies. Only 42% of small to medium-sized businesses (SMBs) do. This significant disparity highlights a Read more…