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DOD Releases Final Rule for Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification 2.0, Implementation by Mid-2025

Oct 11, 2024, 06:11 PM

The Department of Defense (DOD) has released the final rule for the Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification 2.0 (CMMC 2.0) on Friday, setting the stage for its implementation by mid-2025. This rule, posted by the Pentagon, establishes new cybersecurity standards that contractors must adhere to in order to protect controlled but unclassified information. The final rule publication marks a significant step in enhancing the cybersecurity posture of defense contractors.