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• The frameworks also have similar requirements for risk management. CMMC
compliance requires organizations to identify, assess, prioritize, and respond to risks while NIST
800-171 focuses on identifying and assessing risks and then developing mitigation strategies.

What are the Differences between NIST 800-171 and CMMC?

There are several differences between CMMC 2.0 and NIST SP 800-171. While both aim to enhance
cybersecurity, they possess distinct features. Here’s a table illustrating the comparison to explain what
sets these frameworks apart:

Table 1: Courtesy of Bluestreak Consulting™

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