Barracuda Email Security
by Barracuda Networks
Covered
6
controls
Partial
3
controls
Gaps
2
controls
Overview
Barracuda Email Security by Barracuda Networks is an email security solution that covers 6 NIST 800-171 controls (5% total coverage). It addresses key requirements in the email security domain for defense contractors pursuing CMMC compliance.
Implementation Notes
Deploy Barracuda Email Security with FIPS-validated configurations. Integrate with your SIEM for centralized audit logging. Review partial controls quarterly to identify supplementary tooling needs.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many NIST 800-171 controls does Barracuda Email Security cover?
Barracuda Email Security covers 6 of 110 NIST 800-171 controls (5%), with 3 partially covered and 2 gaps.
Can Barracuda Email Security alone satisfy CMMC Level 2?
No single tool covers all 110 NIST 800-171 controls. Barracuda Email Security covers 5% and should be part of a layered security stack addressing the remaining controls.
What controls does Barracuda Email Security not cover?
Barracuda Email Security does not cover controls ia-3-5-1, pe-3-10-1. These require supplementary solutions such as physical security controls, additional access management, or media protection tools.
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