Pentagon announces ‘immediate suspension’ of CMMC Phase II mandates
The Pentagon has announced an immediate suspension of CMMC Phase II cybersecurity mandates for defense contractors.
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The Department of War and the Pentagon have paused the Phase II requirements of the Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification (CMMC) program. This immediate suspension coincides with the launch of a formal review of the program.
Coverage from Federal News Network, Breaking Defense, and Devdiscourse emphasizes the program's pause. National Defense Magazine reports that the move comes as capacity for CMMC assessors has been squeezed, highlighting issues with readiness.
Future developments depend on the results of the program review initiated by the Pentagon to determine the next steps for defense contractor cybersecurity certification.
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Quick answers
What exactly did the Pentagon suspend?
The Pentagon suspended the CMMC Phase II mandates and requirements for defense contractors.
Why was the program paused?
While the Pentagon launched a review of the program, National Defense Magazine notes that assessor capacity has been squeezed, impacting readiness.
Which organizations are involved in this decision?
The suspension was announced by the Pentagon and the U.S. Department of War.
Coverage (6)
- Pentagon pauses cyber audit rule blamed for supplier exits CNA · 4h ago
- Readiness Pivotal as CMMC Assessor Capacity Squeezed National Defense Magazine · 4h ago
- Pentagon Pauses Cybersecurity Certification Program for Defense Contractors Devdiscourse · 4h ago
- Pentagon suspends CMMC phase two requirements, launches review of program Federal News Network · 4h ago
- Forging the Arsenal of Freedom: Department of War Suspends CMMC Phase II Requirements U.S. Department of War (.gov) · 4h ago
- Pentagon announces ‘immediate suspension’ of CMMC Phase II mandates Breaking Defense · 4h ago broke it first
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