Pentagon announces ‘immediate suspension’ of CMMC Phase II mandates - Breaking Defense
The Pentagon has announced an immediate suspension of CMMC Phase II mandates, pausing new cybersecurity certification requirements for defense contractors.
Aforeworn detected this change in the Export Controls & ITAR (DDTC / BIS / DFARS) space on July 22, 2026 and published this briefing so affected operators are forewarned rather than caught off guard. It is rated High urgency. Defense contractors subject to DFARS and CMMC requirements, especially those preparing for Phase II certification. should confirm how it applies to their specific situation before acting. There is a time constraint attached: Immediate; no specific end date provided.. Acting after that point can mean penalties, a lapsed licence, or lost eligibility — exactly the kind of surprise Aforeworn exists to prevent. Aforeworn monitors Export Controls & ITAR (DDTC / BIS / DFARS) continuously and turns every detected change into a plain-English briefing like this one, so you always know first. Forewarned is forearmed.
What changed
CMMC Phase II mandates are suspended immediately; no new certifications or assessments are required until further notice.
Who it affects
Defense contractors subject to DFARS and CMMC requirements, especially those preparing for Phase II certification.
What you must do
Halt any ongoing CMMC Phase II certification preparations and reassess compliance timelines. Continue maintaining existing cybersecurity controls per DFARS 252.204-7012.
Deadline
Immediate; no specific end date provided.
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