CMMC and Biometric Authentication

Apr 25, 2025 Continuum GRC 0 Comment

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 integration of biometric authentication and providing guides on achieving compliance based on official documentation.

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CMMC and Incident Response: Building a Compliant Security Plan

Apr 4, 2025 Continuum GRC 0 Comment

CMMC reshapes how defense contractors secure CUI. One of the most critical components of CMMC compliance is incident response (IR)—the ability to detect, respond to, and recover from cybersecurity incidents while meeting strict reporting and documentation requirements.

Under the final CMMC rule, contractors at Level 2 and above must implement formalized IR policies, procedures, and continuous monitoring capabilities to maintain compliance. Without a well-structured IR plan, organizations risk non-compliance, loss of contract eligibility, and significant security breaches.

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Automating SOC 2 Compliance: Tools and Technologies

Mar 12, 2025 Continuum GRC 0 Comment

SOC 2 compliance is a crucial standard for organizations that handle sensitive customer data, particularly cloud service providers and SaaS businesses. However, achieving and maintaining SOC 2 compliance is no small feat. The traditional audit process can be time-consuming, complex, and expensive, requiring extensive documentation, evidence collection, and control monitoring.

Automation revolutionizes compliance by reducing human error, streamlining audits, and ensuring continuous security monitoring. Organizations that leverage automation tools can minimize audit preparation time, improve security posture, and demonstrate compliance more efficiently.