Executive Order on Protecting Americans' Data from Foreign Threats
On February 28, 2024, President Biden signed an Executive Order to safeguard Americans' sensitive personal data and U.S. government-related data from access by countries of concern. This order expands a national emergency to address security risks posed by foreign access to bulk data. It outlines policies to restrict such access when it poses a national security risk, while supporting open data flows. The order details prohibited transactions, measures to protect sensitive data, and steps to assess risks from prior data transfers
Navigating Cybersecurity in the Digital Age: Insights from NIST CSF 2.0
How the NIST Cybersecurity Framework (CSF) 2.0 guides organizations in enhancing their cybersecurity posture. Learn about its adaptable structure, including Functions, Categories, and the use of Profiles and Tiers, making it essential for managing cybersecurity risks in today's digital world.
Securing the Future: An Insight into President Biden's National Cybersecurity Strategy
President Biden's National Cybersecurity Strategy focuses on memory-safe programming and hardware enhancements for robust digital defense. Learn how collaborative efforts between government, private sector, and academia aim to establish a secure, innovative digital ecosystem. Discover the strategy's emphasis on measurability and accountability in cybersecurity, paving the way for a safer digital future
Mastering C-SCRM: A Critical Guide for Enhancing Cybersecurity in Government Supply Chains
Dive into our analysis of the C-SCRM Acquisition Guide to understand how government entities can bolster cybersecurity measures within their supply chains. This post highlights the integration of legislative and NIST guidelines, strategic adoption of C-SCRM tools, and the utilization of GSA contract vehicles, offering a pathway to resilient cyber defenses for federal, state, and local agencies.
Deciphering the CMMC Program: Understanding the DoD Proposed RULE-MAKING on Cybersecurity Standards for Defense Contractors
The U.S. Department of Defense (DoD) issued proposed regulations for the Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification (CMMC) Program on December 26, 2023. The objective of the CMMC Program is to validate that the defense industrial base has implemented the necessary security measures to protect Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI) and Federal Contract Information (FCI).