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06/08/2026

04/22/2026

⁉️ Does your MSP need its own CMMC assessment to handle your CUI?

If you are an Organization Seeking Certification (OSC) storing Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI) in a non-cloud system provided by a Managed Service Provider (MSP), you need to know where the compliance burden falls.

⁉️ Does the MSP require its own CMMC assessment?

The short answer: 🚫 No. The MSP is not strictly required to hold its own CMMC certification.

➡️ However, the long answer requires a closer look at shared risk:

🔹 Simplifying the Process: While not required, an MSP should elect to perform their own self-assessment or undergo certification. Doing so drastically simplifies the assessment process for the OSC.
🔹 Matching Levels: If they are assessed, the MSP’s assessment level must be the same (or higher) than the level specified in your DoD contract, covering all in-scope assets.
🔹 The Shared Responsibility Matrix (SRM): This is the most critical factor. Even without a formal assessment of their own, if the MSP shares or holds responsibility for specific security controls under the SRM, they must meet CMMC requirements for those specific controls and objectives.

The Bottom Line: Your MSP might not need the official certification stamp on their own wall, but their cybersecurity posture and practices will directly dictate whether or not you pass your assessment.

Make sure your IT partners understand their end of the Shared Responsibility Matrix!

04/21/2026

⁉️ Will your organization need an independent CMMC assessment if you don’t handle CUI?

🚫 The short answer is simple: NO. If your company is part of the Defense Industrial Base (DIB) and you do not possess, store, or transmit Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI), you do not need to go through an independent, third-party assessment.
.. However, there is one important caveat every contractor needs to keep in mind:

🔹 If your company handles FCI (Federal Contract Information):
You are still required to complete a CMMC Level 1 Self-Assessment.

Understanding exactly what kind of data flows through your networks—and whether it qualifies as CUI or FCI—is the very first step in determining your compliance roadmap.

Map your data accurately so you don't spend time and resources preparing for an independent assessment you might not even need!

04/09/2026

🛡️ General Cyber Liability Insurance:
Meeting the Requirements is Essential to Obtaining (and Maintaining) your Policy.

Gone are the days when a simple 2-page questionnaire could secure your cyber coverage. In 2026, we are officially in the era of the Technical Audit. Insurance carriers have pivoted. They no longer want your promise of security; they want proof of control. If you cannot demonstrate active, verified defenses, you aren't just looking at higher premiums—you’re looking at a flat denial of coverage.

To stay insurable this year, your firm must move beyond "passive defense."

Here is the 2026 Baseline:
✅ MFA on Everything: Not just email. Carriers now mandate Multi-Factor Authentication for VPNs, Admin accounts, and all Cloud applications. No exceptions.
✅ Immutable Backups: Your backups must be "air-gapped" or technically impossible to delete or encrypt. If ransomware can reach your backups, your policy might be void.
✅ AI-Driven EDR: Traditional antivirus is no longer enough. Underwriters now require Endpoint Detection & Response (EDR) that monitors behavior in real-time.
✅ Active Patch Management: Critical vulnerabilities must be patched within 48-72 hours. Carriers are now looking for logs to prove your "Patch Window" compliance.

⚠️ The Regulatory Connection:
With the June 3, 2026, SEC Regulation S-P deadline approaching for smaller entities, compliance and insurability are now two sides of the same coin. An SEC-mandated Incident Response plan is often the first document an underwriter will ask to see.

The Bottom Line: Cyber insurance is no longer a "set it and forget it" expense. It is a financial license to operate that requires continuous maintenance.

Is your current infrastructure still insurable, or are you facing an "Insurance Gap"?

👇 Drop a comment below if you’ve seen your renewal application get significantly longer this year.

04/08/2026

🚨 June 3, 2026: The "Day Zero" for Small RIAs and Broker-Dealers.

If your firm is a "Smaller Entity" (RIAs with

04/07/2026

HIPAA compliance isn't just a checkbox; it's a lifeline for your healthcare business. In a world where patient data is as valuable as gold, are you ensuring it's protected?

Non-compliance can lead to hefty fines, loss of trust, and worse, compromised patient safety. It's crucial to adhere to HIPAA regulations to safeguard your reputation and your clients' data.

Interweave Technologies is your go-to partner for managed IT, cabling, and CMMC compliance services. With a proven track record, we ensure your business not only meets but exceeds compliance standards. Our team of experts is committed to keeping you ahead of the game, ensuring your systems are secure and compliant.

👩‍⚕️👨‍💻 Calling all healthcare pros, IT managers, and business owners: Don’t leave your compliance to chance.

🔒 Ready to secure your systems and protect your patient data? Contact us for a consultation, and let’s navigate the complexities of HIPAA compliance together.

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