Center for Cybersecurity Policy and Law
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Since 2017, CCPL has combined policy expertise with convening power to bring industry leaders & policymakers together to better manage security threats.
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As NIST prepares to release the latest version of SP 800-81, CCPL gathered experts and policymakers last month to explore the importance of secure DNS and how it can mitigate cyber risks.
Read the full recap below:
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Read the full recap below:
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Event Recap: Secure DNS and the Evolution of NIST SP 800-81
The Center for Cybersecurity Policy and Law held an event with industry and government stakeholders to discuss the importance of securing the Domain Name System (DNS) to combat increasing global cyber...
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February 4, 2026 at 8:15 PM
As NIST prepares to release the latest version of SP 800-81, CCPL gathered experts and policymakers last month to explore the importance of secure DNS and how it can mitigate cyber risks.
Read the full recap below:
www.centerforcybersecuritypolicy.org/insights-and...
Read the full recap below:
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When it comes to developing a clear, cohesive national cybersecurity strategy, public and private sector collaboration is key.
Read more from Cybersecurity Dive on CCPL’s latest whitepaper highlighting its key recommendations and insights:
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Read more from Cybersecurity Dive on CCPL’s latest whitepaper highlighting its key recommendations and insights:
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National cybersecurity strategies depend on public-private trust, report warns
An influential cybersecurity think tank urged governments to consult extensively with a wide variety of business stakeholders before making ambitious plans.
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February 3, 2026 at 7:58 PM
When it comes to developing a clear, cohesive national cybersecurity strategy, public and private sector collaboration is key.
Read more from Cybersecurity Dive on CCPL’s latest whitepaper highlighting its key recommendations and insights:
www.cybersecuritydive.com/news/nationa...
Read more from Cybersecurity Dive on CCPL’s latest whitepaper highlighting its key recommendations and insights:
www.cybersecuritydive.com/news/nationa...
In response to NIST's initial draft of the Cyber AI Profile, the @cybercoalition.bsky.social and the Hacking Policy Council submitted comments supporting its creation — aiming to help orgs mitigate cyber risks to AI models.
Full comments here:
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Full comments here:
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Cybersecurity Coalition, Hacking Policy Council Comment on NIST Cyber AI Profile
The Cybersecurity Coalition and the Hacking Policy Council submitted comments to NIST in response to the initial public draft of the Cybersecurity Artificial Intelligence Community Profile.
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February 3, 2026 at 5:45 PM
In response to NIST's initial draft of the Cyber AI Profile, the @cybercoalition.bsky.social and the Hacking Policy Council submitted comments supporting its creation — aiming to help orgs mitigate cyber risks to AI models.
Full comments here:
www.centerforcybersecuritypolicy.org/insights-and...
Full comments here:
www.centerforcybersecuritypolicy.org/insights-and...
CCPL is proud to be a sponsor of the Third Annual #CyberPolicyAwards, hosted by @istorg.bsky.social. The Cyber Policy Awards are an important opportunity to celebrate our
colleagues who have driven progress in 2025, and look ahead to 2026.
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colleagues who have driven progress in 2025, and look ahead to 2026.
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Third Annual Cyber Policy Awards
On the evening of Thursday, February 5, 2026, IST hosts the Third Annual Cyber Policy Awards™ Gala in Washington, DC. During the event, members of the cyber policy community will present The Atlas awa...
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February 2, 2026 at 9:30 PM
CCPL is proud to be a sponsor of the Third Annual #CyberPolicyAwards, hosted by @istorg.bsky.social. The Cyber Policy Awards are an important opportunity to celebrate our
colleagues who have driven progress in 2025, and look ahead to 2026.
Learn more: securityandtechnology.org/event/third-...
colleagues who have driven progress in 2025, and look ahead to 2026.
Learn more: securityandtechnology.org/event/third-...
As the U.S. government prepares to launch its National Cybersecurity Strategy, check out our latest whitepaper for recommendations on a clear, comprehensive national cyber strategy to ensure the safety of networks and infrastructure.
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Developing a National Cybersecurity Strategy
Developing a national cybersecurity strategy is a critical investment a government can make to secure its future. This paper outlines the components and offers a framework with the tools to design, im...
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February 2, 2026 at 6:15 PM
As the U.S. government prepares to launch its National Cybersecurity Strategy, check out our latest whitepaper for recommendations on a clear, comprehensive national cyber strategy to ensure the safety of networks and infrastructure.
www.centerforcybersecuritypolicy.org/insights-and...
www.centerforcybersecuritypolicy.org/insights-and...
Happening tomorrow! The annual “Identity, Authentication, and the Road Ahead 2026” policy forum will feature keynote speeches and panels on digital identity, authentication, cyber, deepfakes and more.
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January 28, 2026 at 5:40 PM
Happening tomorrow! The annual “Identity, Authentication, and the Road Ahead 2026” policy forum will feature keynote speeches and panels on digital identity, authentication, cyber, deepfakes and more.
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Check out the agenda and RSVP here while there’s still time →
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Interested in hearing from policymakers and leading industry experts on the latest in identity policy, cybersecurity and deepfakes? Join us on 1/29 for the annual “Identity, Authentication, and the Road Ahead 2026” policy forum!
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January 27, 2026 at 8:46 PM
Interested in hearing from policymakers and leading industry experts on the latest in identity policy, cybersecurity and deepfakes? Join us on 1/29 for the annual “Identity, Authentication, and the Road Ahead 2026” policy forum!
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The annual “Identity, Authentication, and the Road Ahead 2026” policy forum is happening this week! Join us on 1/29 to hear key discussions on the future of identity, fraud and authentication from policymakers and industry experts.
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January 26, 2026 at 7:39 PM
The annual “Identity, Authentication, and the Road Ahead 2026” policy forum is happening this week! Join us on 1/29 to hear key discussions on the future of identity, fraud and authentication from policymakers and industry experts.
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Happening 1/29, this year’s #IDPolicyForum will feature keynote speeches from Rep. Pete Sessions (TX-17), @repbillfoster.bsky.social (IL-11) and industry experts on privacy, cyber and authentication.
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January 23, 2026 at 5:45 PM
Happening 1/29, this year’s #IDPolicyForum will feature keynote speeches from Rep. Pete Sessions (TX-17), @repbillfoster.bsky.social (IL-11) and industry experts on privacy, cyber and authentication.
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This year’s #IDPolicyForum is right around the corner! Join us on 1/29 to hear a series of panels and keynotes by policymakers and industry experts for insights on the future of security, digital identity, and more.
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January 22, 2026 at 3:27 PM
This year’s #IDPolicyForum is right around the corner! Join us on 1/29 to hear a series of panels and keynotes by policymakers and industry experts for insights on the future of security, digital identity, and more.
Check out the agenda and RSVP here →
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During yesterday’s event on secure DNS, the Office of Management and Budget's Acting Federal CISO Michael Duffy discussed OMB’s role in the creation of the national cybersecurity strategy.
Read more in Inside Cybersecurity:
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Read more in Inside Cybersecurity:
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Federal CISO Duffy highlights upcoming national cyber strategy as ‘framing’ document for future efforts | InsideCyberSecurity.com
Acting Federal CISO Michael Duffy provided an overview of the Office of Management and Budget’s approach to determine next steps for resources and plans for the upcoming national cyber strategy, at an...
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January 21, 2026 at 6:57 PM
During yesterday’s event on secure DNS, the Office of Management and Budget's Acting Federal CISO Michael Duffy discussed OMB’s role in the creation of the national cybersecurity strategy.
Read more in Inside Cybersecurity:
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Read more in Inside Cybersecurity:
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To round off today’s event of NIST and secure DNS, Michael Duffy, Acting Federal CISO at the Office of Management and Budget, joined Ross Nodurft to examine how federal agencies embrace NIST policy, how OMB ensures it is heading in the right direction across all agencies and more.
January 20, 2026 at 6:01 PM
To round off today’s event of NIST and secure DNS, Michael Duffy, Acting Federal CISO at the Office of Management and Budget, joined Ross Nodurft to examine how federal agencies embrace NIST policy, how OMB ensures it is heading in the right direction across all agencies and more.
Why is secure DNS foundational to security?
During a fireside chat moderated by CCPL’s Ari Schwartz, NIST’s Kevin Stine and Infoblox’s Scott Harrell explored secure DNS's role as a cyber threat protection and resiliency mechanism and NIST’s influence in driving cybersecurity.
During a fireside chat moderated by CCPL’s Ari Schwartz, NIST’s Kevin Stine and Infoblox’s Scott Harrell explored secure DNS's role as a cyber threat protection and resiliency mechanism and NIST’s influence in driving cybersecurity.
January 20, 2026 at 5:19 PM
Why is secure DNS foundational to security?
During a fireside chat moderated by CCPL’s Ari Schwartz, NIST’s Kevin Stine and Infoblox’s Scott Harrell explored secure DNS's role as a cyber threat protection and resiliency mechanism and NIST’s influence in driving cybersecurity.
During a fireside chat moderated by CCPL’s Ari Schwartz, NIST’s Kevin Stine and Infoblox’s Scott Harrell explored secure DNS's role as a cyber threat protection and resiliency mechanism and NIST’s influence in driving cybersecurity.
In a keynote speech at CCPL’s NIST event, Kevin Stine, Director of the Information Technology Laboratory at NIST, discussed how NIST is advancing American tech through innovation in emerging technology, providing critical guidelines and collaborating with private and global partners.
January 20, 2026 at 4:09 PM
In a keynote speech at CCPL’s NIST event, Kevin Stine, Director of the Information Technology Laboratory at NIST, discussed how NIST is advancing American tech through innovation in emerging technology, providing critical guidelines and collaborating with private and global partners.
CCPL’s event on secure Domain Name System (DNS) and NIST SP 800-81 has kicked off with a welcome from Adam Dobell!
Today’s discussion gathers experts, policymakers and industry to discuss the importance of secure DNS, the pillars of NIST’s Special Publication 800-81 and more.
Today’s discussion gathers experts, policymakers and industry to discuss the importance of secure DNS, the pillars of NIST’s Special Publication 800-81 and more.
January 20, 2026 at 3:44 PM
CCPL’s event on secure Domain Name System (DNS) and NIST SP 800-81 has kicked off with a welcome from Adam Dobell!
Today’s discussion gathers experts, policymakers and industry to discuss the importance of secure DNS, the pillars of NIST’s Special Publication 800-81 and more.
Today’s discussion gathers experts, policymakers and industry to discuss the importance of secure DNS, the pillars of NIST’s Special Publication 800-81 and more.
In response to Request For Comment (RFC)-0024, FedRAMP calls for changes to the Rev5 Process, including the acceleration of the requirements for machine-readable packages.
Read the full proposed timeline, requirements and more here:
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Read the full proposed timeline, requirements and more here:
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FedRAMP Signals Acceleration of Requirements for Machine-Readable Packages in the Rev5 Process
FedRAMP has proposed modifications to the Rev5 process in the newly published RFCs that could enact major changes and require Cloud Service Offerings to provide authorization packages in a “machine-re...
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January 16, 2026 at 6:29 PM
In response to Request For Comment (RFC)-0024, FedRAMP calls for changes to the Rev5 Process, including the acceleration of the requirements for machine-readable packages.
Read the full proposed timeline, requirements and more here:
www.centerforcybersecuritypolicy.org/insights-and...
Read the full proposed timeline, requirements and more here:
www.centerforcybersecuritypolicy.org/insights-and...
CCPL’s NIST SP 800-81 event is happening Tuesday! Join policy leaders, government and industry stakeholders to be part of key discussions on Internet infrastructure, DNS security and NIST policymaking.
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January 16, 2026 at 3:30 PM
CCPL’s NIST SP 800-81 event is happening Tuesday! Join policy leaders, government and industry stakeholders to be part of key discussions on Internet infrastructure, DNS security and NIST policymaking.
RSVP here →
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RSVP here →
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There is much confusion about what “cyber operations” entail, which can make the planning, execution and impact of these operations more difficult.
Check out the first blog in our latest series on what cyber operations actually are:
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Check out the first blog in our latest series on what cyber operations actually are:
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Yet Another Blog about 'Cyber Operations' Part I: The Lexicon
The vocabulary around cyber operations has become muddled with policymakers often conflating terms. This post aims to set a standard lexicon for all to use moving forward.
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January 15, 2026 at 7:41 PM
There is much confusion about what “cyber operations” entail, which can make the planning, execution and impact of these operations more difficult.
Check out the first blog in our latest series on what cyber operations actually are:
www.centerforcybersecuritypolicy.org/insights-and...
Check out the first blog in our latest series on what cyber operations actually are:
www.centerforcybersecuritypolicy.org/insights-and...
On the latest episode of Caveat, Caitlin Clarke explores the Cybersecurity Information Sharing Act of 2015 (CISA), highlighting its role, impact on cybersecurity, where reauthorization stands today and more.
Listen to the full episode here:
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Listen to the full episode here:
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Consent is not optional.
This week, Ben and Dave discuss the ongoing controversy surrounding Grok and its ability to generate nonconsensual nude images, raising fresh concerns about AI safeguards, consent, and accountability, before turning to a conversation with Caitlin Clarke, Senior Director for Cybersecurity Services at Venable, who breaks down the Cybersecurity Information Sharing Act of 2015 (CISA).
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January 15, 2026 at 5:29 PM
On the latest episode of Caveat, Caitlin Clarke explores the Cybersecurity Information Sharing Act of 2015 (CISA), highlighting its role, impact on cybersecurity, where reauthorization stands today and more.
Listen to the full episode here:
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Listen to the full episode here:
thecyberwire.com/podcasts/cav...
In case you missed it, CCPL is hosting an event Jan. 20 on secure DNS and the Evolution of NIST SP 800-81!
The event will feature conversations on NIST’s role in Internet security, the importance of secure DNS, and more.
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The event will feature conversations on NIST’s role in Internet security, the importance of secure DNS, and more.
Register below to attend:
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January 15, 2026 at 3:16 PM
In case you missed it, CCPL is hosting an event Jan. 20 on secure DNS and the Evolution of NIST SP 800-81!
The event will feature conversations on NIST’s role in Internet security, the importance of secure DNS, and more.
Register below to attend:
www.connect.venable.com/92/5263/land...
The event will feature conversations on NIST’s role in Internet security, the importance of secure DNS, and more.
Register below to attend:
www.connect.venable.com/92/5263/land...
Join CCPL on Jan 20 for a discussion on secure Domain Name System (DNS) and its role as foundational infrastructure for internet and national security, anchored around NIST Special Publication 800-81.
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January 14, 2026 at 8:29 PM
Join CCPL on Jan 20 for a discussion on secure Domain Name System (DNS) and its role as foundational infrastructure for internet and national security, anchored around NIST Special Publication 800-81.
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CCPL Executive Director Ari Schwartz recently sat down with @jdoubledaywfed.bsky.social to discuss the need for permanent leadership at CISA and action on other critical cyber policy goals.
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New from @federalnewsnetwork.com:
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CISA director void leaves cyber agency embroiled in uncertainty
From addressing Volt Typhoon to stemming workforce losses, cyber experts say CISA needs a permanent leader to move forward.
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January 13, 2026 at 3:26 PM
CCPL Executive Director Ari Schwartz recently sat down with @jdoubledaywfed.bsky.social to discuss the need for permanent leadership at CISA and action on other critical cyber policy goals.
New from @federalnewsnetwork.com:
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New from @federalnewsnetwork.com:
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On the latest episode of the Inclusive Cyber Podcast, Stacy O’Mara discusses her journey into the cybersecurity space, her insights on AI and emerging tech, and much more.
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Tune in here to listen to the full episode:
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Never Assume Anything: Stacy O'Mara on Policy, Breaking Into Cyber, and Why Basics Still Fail
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January 12, 2026 at 8:28 PM
On the latest episode of the Inclusive Cyber Podcast, Stacy O’Mara discusses her journey into the cybersecurity space, her insights on AI and emerging tech, and much more.
Tune in here to listen to the full episode:
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Tune in here to listen to the full episode:
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#DistillingCyberPolicy Podcast’s latest episode features CCPL experts Caitlin Clarke, @jgrantindc.bsky.social and @heatherwest.bsky.social, along with past guests, MEP Bart Groothius, Irfan Hemani and Katharina Sommers — on what cyber policy could look like in 2026.
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January 12, 2026 at 7:07 PM
#DistillingCyberPolicy Podcast’s latest episode features CCPL experts Caitlin Clarke, @jgrantindc.bsky.social and @heatherwest.bsky.social, along with past guests, MEP Bart Groothius, Irfan Hemani and Katharina Sommers — on what cyber policy could look like in 2026.
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In case you missed it, last month, CCPL released the findings from its tabletop, held in Grand Forks, ND, on drone safety, highlighting the need for more resources and authority during a drone threat.
Read more in the Grand Forks Herald:
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Read more in the Grand Forks Herald:
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Report: Grand Forks drone threat exercise reveals gaps in local response options
During the exercise, local officials felt they did not have enough resources or the right authority to respond to a possible drone threat and subsequent attack.
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January 12, 2026 at 5:01 PM
In case you missed it, last month, CCPL released the findings from its tabletop, held in Grand Forks, ND, on drone safety, highlighting the need for more resources and authority during a drone threat.
Read more in the Grand Forks Herald:
www.grandforksherald.com/news/north-d...
Read more in the Grand Forks Herald:
www.grandforksherald.com/news/north-d...