Bottom line: The credibility gap in the Department of Defense's CMMC compliance framework has grown, affecting contractor confidence.
What's happening: The CyberSheath report found that the credibility gap has emerged due to a lack of transparency in the assessment process, which has led to a decline in contractor confidence. The Pentagon has been working to address these concerns, but progress has been slow. The report also highlighted the need for more standardized testing and evaluation procedures.
What to do: Security leaders should prioritize improving transparency in the assessment process and advocating for standardized testing and evaluation procedures to mitigate the credibility gap and restore contractor confidence. Additionally, they should consider implementing robust security controls and monitoring to ensure compliance with CMMC requirements.