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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Adopting hybrid cloud systems—blending private on-premises infrastructure with public cloud services—has surged as organizations seek scalability, cost-efficiency, and flexibility. However, securing Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI) in these environments remains a critical challenge. These systems will use encryption to protect this data… but hybrid clouds introduce unique complexities due to data mobility, shared responsibility models, and varying compliance requirements. 

This article explores robust encryption strategies for safeguarding CUI in hybrid cloud architectures.

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The CMMC framework represents a critical evolution in securing the DIB. For organizations handling Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI) in the highest-risk contexts, achieving CMMC Level 3 compliance requires defenses against sophisticated adversaries like nation-state APTs. 

Traditional compliance checks and penetration testing are insufficient to validate these controls. Instead, red teaming—a full-scope, adversarial simulation—is essential to stress-test an organization’s ability to detect, respond to, and mitigate APT-style campaigns. 

This article discusses red team penetration testing in the context of CMMC compliance and provides insights into using it to ensure an effective security posture.

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