Pentagon announces ‘immediate suspension’ of CMMC Phase II mandates
The Pentagon has issued an immediate suspension of CMMC Phase II mandates for defense contractors.
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The brief
The Department of War and the Pentagon have paused the Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification (CMMC) Phase II requirements. This action coincides with the launch of a program review.
Coverage from Breaking Defense, Federal News Network, and Devdiscourse emphasizes the immediate nature of the suspension. National Defense Magazine notes that assessor capacity has been squeezed, impacting readiness.
Future developments depend on the results of the program review initiated by the Pentagon.
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Quick answers
What specifically was suspended?
The Pentagon suspended the CMMC Phase II mandates and requirements for defense contractors.
Why is the suspension occurring?
According to National Defense Magazine, assessor capacity has been squeezed, and Federal News Network reports the Pentagon is launching a review of the program.
Who announced the suspension?
The announcement came from the Pentagon and the U.S. Department of War.
Coverage (8)
- Pentagon pauses cyber audit rule blamed for supplier exits Reuters · 1h ago
- BREAKING: Pentagon Suspends Phase 2 of CMMC Program National Defense Magazine · 1h ago
- Pentagon pauses cyber audit rule blamed for supplier exits CNA · 5h ago
- Readiness Pivotal as CMMC Assessor Capacity Squeezed National Defense Magazine · 5h ago
- Pentagon Pauses Cybersecurity Certification Program for Defense Contractors Devdiscourse · 5h ago
- Pentagon suspends CMMC phase two requirements, launches review of program Federal News Network · 5h ago
- Forging the Arsenal of Freedom: Department of War Suspends CMMC Phase II Requirements U.S. Department of War (.gov) · 5h ago
- Pentagon announces ‘immediate suspension’ of CMMC Phase II mandates Breaking Defense · 5h ago
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