What does ITAR mean?

Key points in ITAR compliance:

• Applies to technical data and defense services related to military, space, or “dual use” technologies.
• Requires exporters and manufacturers to obtain US State Department authorization before sharing with foreign persons or across borders.
• Enforcement is strict, where violations incur hefty civil and/or criminal penalties.
• ITAR data can also be considered Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI) that intersects with Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification (CMMC) when defense contractors handle ITAR-controlled data.

ComplianceForge underscores the importance of including ITAR in broader cybersecurity and export-control compliance programs.