NIST SP 800-171 is a key cybersecurity framework that applies to non-federal organizations handling Controlled Unclassified Information, including contractors, service providers, and research institutions working with government data. It establishes strict requirements for protecting sensitive but unclassified information such as personal and operational data. As organizations adopt this standard, securing data across all system layers becomes essential, including hardware and firmware components often overlooked by traditional tools. Solutions like Eclypsium support compliance by providing visibility, risk detection, and integrity validation at deeper levels, helping organizations safeguard data, reduce vulnerabilities, and align with evolving security requirements.

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