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Guidance on CMMC compliance, industrial cybersecurity, and OT network protection.
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The C3PAO Bottleneck: How to Prepare When There Aren't Enough Assessors
With only ~100 C3PAOs serving 80,000+ defense contractors, assessment wait times are stretching past 18 months. Here's how to use that time wisely.
Ransomware Targeting Manufacturing in 2026: A 49% Increase and What to Do About It
119 ransomware groups. 3,300 industrial victims. A 49% year-over-year increase. Manufacturing is the #1 target. Here's what the data says and what actually stops it.
NIS2 Enforcement Is Live: What Changed and What to Do First
The NIS2 grace period is over. National authorities across the EU are now conducting audits. Here's what's different and where to start.
CMMC October 2026: What Defense Manufacturers Must Do Now
CMMC compliance becomes mandatory in all new DoD contracts by October 2026. Here's what defense manufacturers need to do in the next seven months.
Centralized Audit Logging for Multi-Site Operations
Organizations with multi-site operations face unique challenges in maintaining security and compliance across their networks. As these organizations manage di...
CMMC Compliance for Defense Suppliers: Practical Guide
In today's cybersecurity landscape, CMMC compliance is not just a regulatory checkbox but a critical element for safeguarding sensitive information in defense supply chains. The Cybersecurity Maturity...
Compliance Audit Readiness for Critical Infrastructure
Ensuring compliance audit readiness for critical infrastructure is not just a regulatory requirement but a strategic imperative. Failure to prepare can le...
Cybersecurity for Naval Shipboard Systems
As naval vessels integrate increasingly sophisticated digital systems, robust cybersecurity measures become essential. Naval shipboard systems, which are critical for defense operat...
Defense Contractor Facility Security: Beyond the Perimeter
Defense contractors face unique challenges in securing their facilities beyond the traditional network perimeter. With the increasing complexity of...
Detecting Anomalies in Industrial Protocols
Industrial protocols like Modbus, DNP3, and PROFINET were not designed with security in mind. Anomaly detection catches unauthorized commands, protocol misuse, and traffic spikes before they cause damage.
IEC 62443 Zones and Conduits Explained
IEC 62443 organizes industrial network security around two concepts: zones (groups of assets with shared security requirements) and conduits (controlled paths between them). Here is how they work.
Microsegmentation in Industrial Environments
Microsegmentation has emerged as a pivotal strategy for enhancing security within industrial control systems (ICS). As industries increasingly adopt d...