Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification (CMMC) 2.0 Final Rule Released
Cyber Defense Magazine, Wednesday, August 27th, 2025
In a significant step to secure the defense industrial base (DIB), the Department of Defense (DoD) has officially released the long-anticipated Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification (CMMC) Final Rule, which was released October 15, 2024, and will go into effect on December 16, 2024.
This development marks a critical milestone for businesses working within the DoD's supply chain, especially those handling Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI) or Federal Contract Information (FCI). The CMMC Final Rule outlines the cybersecurity requirements companies must meet to qualify for and maintain their eligibility for DoD contracts. As cyber threats continue to grow more sophisticated, the DoD has underscored the importance of this measure in safeguarding sensitive data shared across its supply chain.