Phishing works because it does not always look suspicious. Today’s scammers use trust, timing, and everyday business processes to make a malicious email seem normal.

Behind every $45,000 assessment week stands a mandate, not a markup - three certified professionals whose expertise costs what the DoD says it must cost. The true burden of CMMC compliance isn't in the assessors' fees; it's in the tangled cost of security itself, paid in full by the small businesses least equipped to afford it. 

The world's leading firewall vendor, trusted by over 900,000 customers, has had more than 75,000 devices compromised with nothing more than valid logins. Here's what FortiBleed reveals about security fundamentals, no matter what vendor sits at your perimeter.

It’s finally here! Hive Systems’ famous Password Table for 2026 shows how fast hackers can crack your passwords with today’s hardware. Whether you’re in security or just online, you NEED to see this year’s updates. Find out if your passwords are still safe or if it’s time for a change while downloading your copy.

On July 13, 2026, the Department of Defense suspended CMMC Phase II and opened a 60-day review of the program. It's easy to read "suspended" as "off the hook” but while the certification step is paused, the requirement to protect defense data, and to prove it when the government asks, did not. Here's what stayed in force and how to use the pause before it closes.

Being technically ready for your CMMC assessment is only half the battle. Weak or incomplete documentation - policies that don't accurately reflect your environment, an underdeveloped SSP, or unclear accountability - is one of the most common reasons organizations struggle during assessment week. Learn why strong documentation is one of the most valuable tools you have for passing your CMMC Level 2 assessment, and what you can do to get it right.

It’s been a long time since the  CMMC rule was just theoretical. Over the past several months, we’ve seen a clear shift from companies asking “What is CMMC?” to trying to understand whether they’re actually ready for an assessment.

Printing CUI is one of the biggest hidden risks in a CMMC Level 2 assessment. Learn how paper-based CUI affects physical security, network scope, media protection, and destruction requirements - and what defense contractors can do to stay compliant without slowing the business down.

A new generation of AI can uncover vulnerabilities at a pace that we as humans just can’t keep up with. That is good news for cybersecurity teams, but only if organizations can patch quick enough to stay ahead of hackers.

A flaw in the Notepad++ updater allowed hackers to distribute malicious executables in a highly targeted campaign. Here is what happened, and what every organization should learn from it.

Failing a CMMC Level 2 assessment often comes down to POA&M mistakes. Learn which CMMC controls cannot be deferred, which requirements must be implemented before assessment, and how to avoid an automatic CMMC failure.

AI may be changing the threat landscape, but human decision making still determines whether most cyber incidents occur. By strengthening awareness and turning good habits into reflexes, organizations can transform their people into a powerful first line of defense.

A China-linked threat group is using ChatGPT to generate phishing emails, malware, and backdoors. Learn how these AI-assisted attacks work, what signs to watch for, and how to defend against them in our latest analysis.

More than 50% of cybersecurity professionals expect burnout within the year. Our latest post explores the human toll of defending against today’s nonstop threats - and what organizations can do to support their teams.

CIRCIA is reshaping how critical infrastructure sectors, including the DIB, must respond to cyber incidents. With the rulemaking deadline now extended to May 2026, organizations have more time to prepare, but also more pressure to get compliance right.

Recent False Claims Act settlements against defense contractors prove that overstating cybersecurity compliance can carry real financial penalties. Learn what these cases mean for your SPRS score, CMMC readiness, and how to reduce your liability risk.

DoD’s final DFARS rule makes CMMC enforceable on November 9, 2025. Learn how awards will hinge on SPRS status, which levels apply, the phased rollout, and how to use conditional status and POA&Ms.

Didn’t pass your CMMC assessment? You’re not alone - and it’s not the end. Learn what happens next, how to fix gaps, and how Hive Systems can help get you back on track.

Didn’t pass your CMMC assessment? You’re not alone - and it’s not the end. Learn what happens next, how to fix gaps, and how Hive Systems can help get you back on track.

Struggling with CMMC Level 2 compliance? You’re not alone. Our latest post breaks down the most common roadblocks companies face - from multi-tenant confusion to documentation gaps - and how to get ahead before your assessment.