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The Department of War has suspended CMMC Phase II requirements, changing the timeline but not the cyber mission. The Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification program has been a source of anxiety for the defense industrial base. The suspension affects the defense industry's cyber security efforts.
A Pentagon task force has begun reviewing the Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification (CMMC) program, following a pause of phase 2 requirements by CIO Kirsten Davies. The task force held its first meeting to assess the program. The review aims to evaluate the entire CMMC program.
The Pentagon is introducing post-quantum cryptography (PQC) requirements into the CMMC program, but experts warn that industry and the underlying technology are not yet ready. This directive aims to enhance cybersecurity for defense contractors. The implementation of PQC requirements may pose challenges for the industry.