What Are CMMC Controls? 

If you are familiarizing yourself with the Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification, chances are good that you have heard or read the term “CMMC Controls.” However, the official CMMC model doesn’t mention controls. So, what are CMMC controls, exactly? In today’s blog, we tell you everything you need to know.  About CMMC Controls  At its core,…

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What Is Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI), Exactly? 

Anyone familiar with the Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification (CMMC) knows that one of the main goals of CMMC is to protect Controlled Unclassified Information. But what is CUI, exactly? In today’s post, we give you the inside scoop.  A Definition of Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI) The United States government defines Controlled Unclassified Information as “Government-created…

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GCC High and CMMC: What You Need To Know 

GCC High can prove invaluable for organizations looking to achieve CMMC compliance. In this post, we offer an overview of GCC High and explain its advantages when it comes to the Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification. A Quick Overview of CMMC The Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification (CMMC) is a three-level cybersecurity framework created by the Department…

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What Is CMMC Level 2? 

CMMC level 2 is the Advanced compliance tier of the Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification Model. Keep reading to learn more about CMMC level 2, from the practices it comprises to how it compares to other CMMC levels and how to achieve CMMC level 2 compliance. CMMC level 2 is also known as the “Advanced” level…

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Why CMMC Continuous Monitoring Is Important

The Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification (CMMC) is far from being a one-off effort. On the contrary, CMMC compliance requires continuous monitoring. Keep reading to understand what this means, exactly, and learn more about CMMC. What Is CMMC Continuous Monitoring? Continuous monitoring is a concept frequently used in fields such as IT and financial auditing. However,…