Email Security

Mimecast

by Mimecast

Covered

7

controls

Partial

2

controls

Gaps

3

controls

NIST 800-171 Coverage6%

Overview

Mimecast by Mimecast is an email security solution that covers 7 NIST 800-171 controls (6% total coverage). It addresses key requirements in the email security domain for defense contractors pursuing CMMC compliance.

Partially Covered (2)

Implementation Notes

Deploy Mimecast with FIPS-validated configurations. Integrate with your SIEM for centralized audit logging. Review partial controls quarterly to identify supplementary tooling needs.

Frequently Asked Questions

How many NIST 800-171 controls does Mimecast cover?

Mimecast covers 7 of 110 NIST 800-171 controls (6%), with 2 partially covered and 3 gaps.

Can Mimecast alone satisfy CMMC Level 2?

No single tool covers all 110 NIST 800-171 controls. Mimecast covers 6% and should be part of a layered security stack addressing the remaining controls.

What controls does Mimecast not cover?

Mimecast does not cover controls ia-3-5-1, pe-3-10-1, cm-3-4-1. These require supplementary solutions such as physical security controls, additional access management, or media protection tools.

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This Mimecast control mapping flags the gaps. The next step is a compliance architecture review where we map your data flows to FedRAMP-authorized alternatives and CMMC-aligned controls.

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