CMMC is a cornerstone of cybersecurity compliance for Defense Industrial Base organizations. With the increasing use of open-source software, aligning open-source practices with CMMC standards is a growing challenge. OSS offers flexibility, cost-efficiency, and innovation but also introduces unique risks that must be mitigated to achieve and maintain CMMC certification.

This article explores the viability of open-source software and CMMC, providing advanced insights and strategies to align OSS practices with the stringent requirements of this certification framework.

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How CMMC Level 2 Impacts Code Security for Government Contractors

Nov 20, 2024 Continuum GRC 0 Comment

CMMC Level 2 has stringent requirements, emphasizing code security to protect sensitive data across software and IT systems that contractors maintain. With the rise of cyber threats targeting government suppliers, the CMMC framework establishes essential protocols contractors must implement, ultimately bolstering code security practices.

This article examines how CMMC Level 2 impacts code security for government contractors, the security controls that matter most, and how contractors can navigate this compliance level to protect software integrity and resilience.

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Leveraging Extended Detection and Response (XDR) for CMMC Audit Readiness

Nov 13, 2024 Continuum GRC 0 Comment

Extended detection and response systems have emerged as powerful tools for enhancing security operations and audit readiness across several compliance and security standards. By integrating various security tools and providing advanced threat detection and response capabilities, XDR platforms enable contractors to meet CMMC requirements effectively while strengthening their security posture.

This article examines how XDR solutions can support CMMC audit readiness, streamline compliance efforts, and enhance incident response capabilities, which are essential for protecting Controlled Unclassified Information.