+Post-Quantum Cryptography Agility Plan (PQCAP)
---+Post-Quantum Cryptography (PQC) Transition Planning & Hybrid Mode Support
---+Post-Quantum Cryptography (PQC) Migration Progress Oversight
---+Post-Quantum Cryptography (PQC) Supply Chain Visibility
---+Post-Quantum Cryptography (PQC) Supply Chain Flow-Down Requirements

Post-Quantum Cryptography Agility Plan (PQCAP)

Description

Mechanisms exist to develop a risk-prioritized Post-Quantum Cryptography Agility Plan (PQCAP) that:
(1) Enables cryptographic agility;
(2) Aligns with evolving security standards; and
(3) Defines the approach for selecting and implementing PQC algorithms.

Possible Solutions & Considerations

Micro-Small Business (<10 staff) / BLS Firm Size Classes 1-2

∙ Simple PQC plan: rely on vendors (browsers, cloud, VPN) enabling PQC; track vendor announcements

Small Business (10-49 staff) / BLS Firm Size Classes 3-4

∙ Basic PQC transition roadmap aligned to NIST PQC standards
∙ NIST PQCAP guidance (https://csrc.nist.gov/pqc)

Medium Business (50-249 staff) / BLS Firm Size Classes 5-6

∙ Documented PQCAP aligned to NIST standards
∙ Risk-prioritized migration roadmap
∙ Integration with enterprise risk management

Large Business (250-999 staff) / BLS Firm Size Classes 7-8

∙ Formal PQCAP with executive sponsorship
∙ Risk-prioritized migration with milestones
∙ NIST PQC and NSA CNSA 2.0 alignment
∙ Annual plan refresh

Enterprise (> 1,000 staff) / BLS Firm Size Class 9

∙ Enterprise PQCAP with board visibility
∙ Dedicated PQC program office
∙ NIST, NSA CNSA 2.0, and CISA PQC guidance alignment
∙ Integration with enterprise architecture and GRC

SCR-CMM

Level 0 Not Performed

Practices are non-existent, based on the inability to demonstrate an implemented and operational capability. A reasonable person would conclude the control is not being performed.

Level 1 Performed Informally

SCR-CMM Level 1 criteria definitions are not available for this control:
▪ A reasonable person would conclude this control requires a structured process.
▪ At this level of maturity, the "ad hoc" nature of performing a capability informally would indicate the intent of the control is not met due to a lack of consistency and formality.

Level 2 Planned Tracked

SCR-CMM Level 2 criteria definitions are not available for this control:
▪ A reasonable person would conclude a well-defined and standardized process is required.
▪ At this level of maturity, the “requirements-driven” nature of performing the control is focused on a localized and/or regionalized implementation, not uniform and consistent across the organization.
▪ Requirements are narrowly scoped for applicability and are primarily derived from compliance obligations (e.g., laws, regulations and contracts).

Level 3 Well Defined

Quantum Security (QTS) capabilities are standardized across the entity for applicability to People, Processes, Technologies, Data and/or Facilities (PPTDF) to ensure consistency for Technology Assets, Applications, Services and/or Data (TAASD). Capability criteria associated with this control reasonably expect the following criteria to exist:
▪ Policies and standards associated with QTS domain capabilities are formally documented and centrally-managed by the entity's Governance, Risk & Compliance (GRC) team, or similar function.
▪ Standardized Operating Procedures (SOP) associated with QTS domain capabilities are well-documented and kept current by process owners.
▪ A risk management team, or similar function, is appropriately staffed and supported to implement and maintain QTS domain capabilities.
▪ Technology is leveraged to enhance the efficiency and accuracy of risk management operations (e.g., risk management solution, GRC platform and TPRM tool).
▪ The entity's Governance, Risk & Compliance (GRC) team, or similar function, works with business stakeholders and process owners to appropriately scope and reasonably implement cybersecurity and data protection controls associated with QTS domain capabilities to address Minimum Compliance Requirements (MCR) (e.g., applicable statutory, regulatory and/or contractual requirements) and Discretionary Security Requirements (DSR) (e.g., entity-required controls).
▪ An implemented and operational capability exists to develop a risk-prioritized Post-Quantum Cryptography Agility Plan (PQCAP) that:
(1) Enables cryptographic agility;
(2) Aligns with evolving security standards; and
(3) Defines the approach for selecting and implementing PQC algorithms.

Level 4 Quantitatively Controlled

Utilize SCR-CMM Level 3 criteria definitions:
▪ There are no defined Level 4 criteria, since it is reasonable to assume a quantitatively-controlled process is not necessary to operationalize this control.
▪ While it may be possible to develop “metrics-driven” capabilities for this control, the criteria would be organization-specific to define.

Level 5 Continuously Improving

Utilize SCR-CMM Level 3 or Level 4 (if available) criteria definitions:
▪ There are no defined Level 5 criteria, since it is reasonable to assume a continuously-improving process is not necessary to operationalize this control.
▪ Level 5 capabilities should be considered “world-class” where the control builds on Level 4 capabilities, but are continuously improving through Artificial Intelligence (AI) and/or Machine Learning (ML) technologies.
▪ While it may be possible to develop responsive capabilities for this control through the use of AI and/or ML technologies, the criteria would be organization-specific to define.

1. Übersicht

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Post-Quantum Cryptography (PQC) Transition Planning & Hybrid Mode Support

Description

Mechanisms exist to allocate resources to:
(1) Transition legacy Technology Assets, Applications and/or Services (TAAS) to Post-Quantum Cryptography (PQC) algorithms; and
(2) Support hybrid cryptography during a defined transition period.

Possible Solutions & Considerations

Micro-Small Business (<10 staff) / BLS Firm Size Classes 1-2

∙ Keep TLS/VPN/software current so vendor-provided PQC/hybrid modes are adopted automatically

Small Business (10-49 staff) / BLS Firm Size Classes 3-4

∙ Monitor TLS library vendor support for PQC/hybrid modes
∙ Plan transition for highest-risk systems first

Medium Business (50-249 staff) / BLS Firm Size Classes 5-6

∙ PQC algorithm support assessment for key systems
∙ Hybrid cryptography pilot for critical services
∙ Vendor roadmap review for PQC support

Large Business (250-999 staff) / BLS Firm Size Classes 7-8

∙ Hybrid cryptography deployment for critical services
∙ TLS 1.3 with hybrid PQC key exchange pilot
∙ Legacy system migration planning and resource allocation

Enterprise (> 1,000 staff) / BLS Firm Size Class 9

∙ Enterprise hybrid cryptography deployment program
∙ FIPS 140-3 validated PQC module adoption
∙ Hybrid mode support across all external-facing services
∙ Automated legacy system discovery and migration tracking

SCR-CMM

Level 0 Not Performed

Practices are non-existent, based on the inability to demonstrate an implemented and operational capability. A reasonable person would conclude the control is not being performed.

Level 1 Performed Informally

SCR-CMM Level 1 criteria definitions are not available for this control:
▪ A reasonable person would conclude this control requires a structured process.
▪ At this level of maturity, the "ad hoc" nature of performing a capability informally would indicate the intent of the control is not met due to a lack of consistency and formality.

Level 2 Planned Tracked

SCR-CMM Level 2 criteria definitions are not available for this control:
▪ A reasonable person would conclude a well-defined and standardized process is required.
▪ At this level of maturity, the “requirements-driven” nature of performing the control is focused on a localized and/or regionalized implementation, not uniform and consistent across the organization.
▪ Requirements are narrowly scoped for applicability and are primarily derived from compliance obligations (e.g., laws, regulations and contracts).

Level 3 Well Defined

Quantum Security (QTS) capabilities are standardized across the entity for applicability to People, Processes, Technologies, Data and/or Facilities (PPTDF) to ensure consistency for Technology Assets, Applications, Services and/or Data (TAASD). Capability criteria associated with this control reasonably expect the following criteria to exist:
▪ Policies and standards associated with QTS domain capabilities are formally documented and centrally-managed by the entity's Governance, Risk & Compliance (GRC) team, or similar function.
▪ Standardized Operating Procedures (SOP) associated with QTS domain capabilities are well-documented and kept current by process owners.
▪ A risk management team, or similar function, is appropriately staffed and supported to implement and maintain QTS domain capabilities.
▪ Technology is leveraged to enhance the efficiency and accuracy of risk management operations (e.g., risk management solution, GRC platform and TPRM tool).
▪ The entity's Governance, Risk & Compliance (GRC) team, or similar function, works with business stakeholders and process owners to appropriately scope and reasonably implement cybersecurity and data protection controls associated with QTS domain capabilities to address Minimum Compliance Requirements (MCR) (e.g., applicable statutory, regulatory and/or contractual requirements) and Discretionary Security Requirements (DSR) (e.g., entity-required controls).
▪ An implemented and operational capability exists to allocate resources to:
(1) Transition legacy Technology Assets, Applications and/or Services (TAAS) to Post-Quantum Cryptography (PQC) algorithms; and
(2) Support hybrid cryptography during a defined transition period.

Level 4 Quantitatively Controlled

Utilize SCR-CMM Level 3 criteria definitions:
▪ There are no defined Level 4 criteria, since it is reasonable to assume a quantitatively-controlled process is not necessary to operationalize this control.
▪ While it may be possible to develop “metrics-driven” capabilities for this control, the criteria would be organization-specific to define.

Level 5 Continuously Improving

Utilize SCR-CMM Level 3 or Level 4 (if available) criteria definitions:
▪ There are no defined Level 5 criteria, since it is reasonable to assume a continuously-improving process is not necessary to operationalize this control.
▪ Level 5 capabilities should be considered “world-class” where the control builds on Level 4 capabilities, but are continuously improving through Artificial Intelligence (AI) and/or Machine Learning (ML) technologies.
▪ While it may be possible to develop responsive capabilities for this control through the use of AI and/or ML technologies, the criteria would be organization-specific to define.
Post-Quantum Cryptography (PQC) Migration Progress Oversight

Description

Mechanisms exist to establish reportable metrics that:
(1) Measure migration progress against the Post-Quantum Cryptography Agility Plan (PQCAP); and
(2) Report progress periodically to executive leadership.

Possible Solutions & Considerations

Micro-Small Business (<10 staff) / BLS Firm Size Classes 1-2

∙ Note: Typically not required at this size

Small Business (10-49 staff) / BLS Firm Size Classes 3-4

∙ Note: Typically not required at this size; document any PQC migration progress informally

Medium Business (50-249 staff) / BLS Firm Size Classes 5-6

∙ PQC migration progress metrics
∙ Inclusion in security program status reports

Large Business (250-999 staff) / BLS Firm Size Classes 7-8

∙ Executive dashboard for PQC migration progress
∙ Milestone-based reporting aligned to PQCAP
∙ Regular reporting to security leadership

Enterprise (> 1,000 staff) / BLS Firm Size Class 9

∙ Board-level PQC migration progress reporting
∙ Automated migration tracking in GRC platform
∙ KPIs aligned to PQCAP milestones
∙ Regulatory compliance reporting on PQC readiness

SCR-CMM

Level 0 Not Performed

Practices are non-existent, based on the inability to demonstrate an implemented and operational capability. A reasonable person would conclude the control is not being performed.

Level 1 Performed Informally

SCR-CMM Level 1 criteria definitions are not available for this control:
▪ A reasonable person would conclude this control requires a structured process.
▪ At this level of maturity, the "ad hoc" nature of performing a capability informally would indicate the intent of the control is not met due to a lack of consistency and formality.

Level 2 Planned Tracked

SCR-CMM Level 2 criteria definitions are not available for this control:
▪ A reasonable person would conclude a well-defined and standardized process is required.
▪ At this level of maturity, the “requirements-driven” nature of performing the control is focused on a localized and/or regionalized implementation, not uniform and consistent across the organization.
▪ Requirements are narrowly scoped for applicability and are primarily derived from compliance obligations (e.g., laws, regulations and contracts).

Level 3 Well Defined

Quantum Security (QTS) capabilities are standardized across the entity for applicability to People, Processes, Technologies, Data and/or Facilities (PPTDF) to ensure consistency for Technology Assets, Applications, Services and/or Data (TAASD). Capability criteria associated with this control reasonably expect the following criteria to exist:
▪ Policies and standards associated with QTS domain capabilities are formally documented and centrally-managed by the entity's Governance, Risk & Compliance (GRC) team, or similar function.
▪ Standardized Operating Procedures (SOP) associated with QTS domain capabilities are well-documented and kept current by process owners.
▪ A risk management team, or similar function, is appropriately staffed and supported to implement and maintain QTS domain capabilities.
▪ Technology is leveraged to enhance the efficiency and accuracy of risk management operations (e.g., risk management solution, GRC platform and TPRM tool).
▪ The entity's Governance, Risk & Compliance (GRC) team, or similar function, works with business stakeholders and process owners to appropriately scope and reasonably implement cybersecurity and data protection controls associated with QTS domain capabilities to address Minimum Compliance Requirements (MCR) (e.g., applicable statutory, regulatory and/or contractual requirements) and Discretionary Security Requirements (DSR) (e.g., entity-required controls).
▪ An implemented and operational capability exists to establish reportable metrics that:
(1) Measure migration progress against the Post-Quantum Cryptography Agility Plan (PQCAP); and
(2) Report progress periodically to executive leadership.

Level 4 Quantitatively Controlled

Quantum Security (QTS) capabilities, in addition to being standardized across the entity and centrally managed to ensure consistency across Technology Assets, Applications, Services and/or Data (TAASD), efforts are metrics driven to provide sufficient insight for decision makers to predict optimal performance, ensure continued operations and/or identify areas for improvement. Capability criteria associated with this control reasonably expect the following criteria to exist:
▪ Applicable SCR-CMM Level 3 (Well Defined) capabilities are implemented and operational.
▪ Metrics reporting includes quantitative analysis of Key Performance Indicators (KPIs).
▪ Metrics reporting includes quantitative analysis of Key Risk Indicators (KRIs).
▪ Scope of metrics, KPIs and KRIs covers organization-wide cybersecurity and data protection controls, including functions performed by third-parties.
▪ Organizational leadership maintains a formal process to objectively review and respond to metrics, KPIs and KRIs (e.g., monthly or quarterly review).
▪ Based on metrics analysis, process improvement recommendations are submitted for review and are handled in accordance with change control processes.
▪ Business and technical stakeholders are involved in reviewing and approving proposed changes to evolve capabilities.

Level 5 Continuously Improving

Utilize SCR-CMM Level 3 or Level 4 (if available) criteria definitions:
▪ There are no defined Level 5 criteria, since it is reasonable to assume a continuously-improving process is not necessary to operationalize this control.
▪ Level 5 capabilities should be considered “world-class” where the control builds on Level 4 capabilities, but are continuously improving through Artificial Intelligence (AI) and/or Machine Learning (ML) technologies.
▪ While it may be possible to develop responsive capabilities for this control through the use of AI and/or ML technologies, the criteria would be organization-specific to define.
Post-Quantum Cryptography (PQC) Supply Chain Visibility

Description

Mechanisms exist to require vendors to disclose Post-Quantum Cryptography (PQC) support roadmaps that include:
(1) Identification of PQC-related limitations; and
(2) Supported upgrade paths to ensure long-lived devices (e.g., OT, IoT and embedded systems) can support PQC capabilities.

Possible Solutions & Considerations

Micro-Small Business (<10 staff) / BLS Firm Size Classes 1-2

∙ Ask key vendors (cloud, VPN, email) about PQC support plans during renewals

Small Business (10-49 staff) / BLS Firm Size Classes 3-4

∙ Request PQC support roadmaps from key technology vendors
∙ Include PQC readiness in vendor RFPs

Medium Business (50-249 staff) / BLS Firm Size Classes 5-6

∙ Vendor PQC readiness assessments as part of TPRM
∙ Contractual requirements for PQC roadmap disclosure
∙ Vendor questionnaires on quantum readiness

Large Business (250-999 staff) / BLS Firm Size Classes 7-8

∙ Formal vendor PQC disclosure requirements
∙ PQC readiness as part of third-party risk assessments
∙ Vendor roadmap tracking for critical suppliers

Enterprise (> 1,000 staff) / BLS Firm Size Class 9

∙ Enterprise vendor PQC supply chain program
∙ Automated vendor PQC tracking in TPRM platform
∙ Contractual PQC disclosure requirements for all critical vendors
∙ Regular supply chain quantum risk reporting

SCR-CMM

Level 0 Not Performed

Practices are non-existent, based on the inability to demonstrate an implemented and operational capability. A reasonable person would conclude the control is not being performed.

Level 1 Performed Informally

SCR-CMM Level 1 criteria definitions are not available for this control:
▪ A reasonable person would conclude this control requires a structured process.
▪ At this level of maturity, the "ad hoc" nature of performing a capability informally would indicate the intent of the control is not met due to a lack of consistency and formality.

Level 2 Planned Tracked

SCR-CMM Level 2 criteria definitions are not available for this control:
▪ A reasonable person would conclude a well-defined and standardized process is required.
▪ At this level of maturity, the “requirements-driven” nature of performing the control is focused on a localized and/or regionalized implementation, not uniform and consistent across the organization.
▪ Requirements are narrowly scoped for applicability and are primarily derived from compliance obligations (e.g., laws, regulations and contracts).

Level 3 Well Defined

Quantum Security (QTS) capabilities are standardized across the entity for applicability to People, Processes, Technologies, Data and/or Facilities (PPTDF) to ensure consistency for Technology Assets, Applications, Services and/or Data (TAASD). Capability criteria associated with this control reasonably expect the following criteria to exist:
▪ Policies and standards associated with QTS domain capabilities are formally documented and centrally-managed by the entity's Governance, Risk & Compliance (GRC) team, or similar function.
▪ Standardized Operating Procedures (SOP) associated with QTS domain capabilities are well-documented and kept current by process owners.
▪ A risk management team, or similar function, is appropriately staffed and supported to implement and maintain QTS domain capabilities.
▪ Technology is leveraged to enhance the efficiency and accuracy of risk management operations (e.g., risk management solution, GRC platform and TPRM tool).
▪ The entity's Governance, Risk & Compliance (GRC) team, or similar function, works with business stakeholders and process owners to appropriately scope and reasonably implement cybersecurity and data protection controls associated with QTS domain capabilities to address Minimum Compliance Requirements (MCR) (e.g., applicable statutory, regulatory and/or contractual requirements) and Discretionary Security Requirements (DSR) (e.g., entity-required controls).
▪ An implemented and operational capability exists to require vendors to disclose Post-Quantum Cryptography (PQC) support roadmaps that include:
(1) Identification of PQC-related limitations; and
(2) Supported upgrade paths to ensure long-lived devices (e.g., OT, IoT and embedded systems) can support PQC capabilities.

Level 4 Quantitatively Controlled

Quantum Security (QTS) capabilities, in addition to being standardized across the entity and centrally managed to ensure consistency across Technology Assets, Applications, Services and/or Data (TAASD), efforts are metrics driven to provide sufficient insight for decision makers to predict optimal performance, ensure continued operations and/or identify areas for improvement. Capability criteria associated with this control reasonably expect the following criteria to exist:
▪ Applicable SCR-CMM Level 3 (Well Defined) capabilities are implemented and operational.
▪ Metrics reporting includes quantitative analysis of Key Performance Indicators (KPIs).
▪ Metrics reporting includes quantitative analysis of Key Risk Indicators (KRIs).
▪ Scope of metrics, KPIs and KRIs covers organization-wide cybersecurity and data protection controls, including functions performed by third-parties.
▪ Organizational leadership maintains a formal process to objectively review and respond to metrics, KPIs and KRIs (e.g., monthly or quarterly review).
▪ Based on metrics analysis, process improvement recommendations are submitted for review and are handled in accordance with change control processes.
▪ Business and technical stakeholders are involved in reviewing and approving proposed changes to evolve capabilities.

Level 5 Continuously Improving

Utilize SCR-CMM Level 3 or Level 4 (if available) criteria definitions:
▪ There are no defined Level 5 criteria, since it is reasonable to assume a continuously-improving process is not necessary to operationalize this control.
▪ Level 5 capabilities should be considered “world-class” where the control builds on Level 4 capabilities, but are continuously improving through Artificial Intelligence (AI) and/or Machine Learning (ML) technologies.
▪ While it may be possible to develop responsive capabilities for this control through the use of AI and/or ML technologies, the criteria would be organization-specific to define.
Post-Quantum Cryptography (PQC) Supply Chain Flow-Down Requirements

Description

Mechanisms exist to require vendors to support Post-Quantum Cryptography (PQC) migration, including flow-down requirements to subcontractors, suppliers and third-party components.

Possible Solutions & Considerations

Micro-Small Business (<10 staff) / BLS Firm Size Classes 1-2

∙ Note: Typically not required at this size; prefer vendors with published PQC roadmaps

Small Business (10-49 staff) / BLS Firm Size Classes 3-4

∙ Include PQC readiness questions in vendor selection and renewals

Medium Business (50-249 staff) / BLS Firm Size Classes 5-6

∙ Include PQC flow-down requirements in new vendor contracts
∙ Reference NIST PQC standards in contract language

Large Business (250-999 staff) / BLS Firm Size Classes 7-8

∙ Formal PQC flow-down contract requirements
∙ Supplier compliance verification
∙ Integration with third-party risk management

Enterprise (> 1,000 staff) / BLS Firm Size Class 9

∙ Enterprise PQC flow-down program
∙ Automated contract requirement tracking
∙ Subcontractor PQC compliance monitoring
∙ Integration with supply chain risk management platform

SCR-CMM

Level 0 Not Performed

Practices are non-existent, based on the inability to demonstrate an implemented and operational capability. A reasonable person would conclude the control is not being performed.

Level 1 Performed Informally

SCR-CMM Level 1 criteria definitions are not available for this control:
▪ A reasonable person would conclude this control requires a structured process.
▪ At this level of maturity, the "ad hoc" nature of performing a capability informally would indicate the intent of the control is not met due to a lack of consistency and formality.

Level 2 Planned Tracked

SCR-CMM Level 2 criteria definitions are not available for this control:
▪ A reasonable person would conclude a well-defined and standardized process is required.
▪ At this level of maturity, the “requirements-driven” nature of performing the control is focused on a localized and/or regionalized implementation, not uniform and consistent across the organization.
▪ Requirements are narrowly scoped for applicability and are primarily derived from compliance obligations (e.g., laws, regulations and contracts).

Level 3 Well Defined

Quantum Security (QTS) capabilities are standardized across the entity for applicability to People, Processes, Technologies, Data and/or Facilities (PPTDF) to ensure consistency for Technology Assets, Applications, Services and/or Data (TAASD). Capability criteria associated with this control reasonably expect the following criteria to exist:
▪ Policies and standards associated with QTS domain capabilities are formally documented and centrally-managed by the entity's Governance, Risk & Compliance (GRC) team, or similar function.
▪ Standardized Operating Procedures (SOP) associated with QTS domain capabilities are well-documented and kept current by process owners.
▪ A risk management team, or similar function, is appropriately staffed and supported to implement and maintain QTS domain capabilities.
▪ Technology is leveraged to enhance the efficiency and accuracy of risk management operations (e.g., risk management solution, GRC platform and TPRM tool).
▪ The entity's Governance, Risk & Compliance (GRC) team, or similar function, works with business stakeholders and process owners to appropriately scope and reasonably implement cybersecurity and data protection controls associated with QTS domain capabilities to address Minimum Compliance Requirements (MCR) (e.g., applicable statutory, regulatory and/or contractual requirements) and Discretionary Security Requirements (DSR) (e.g., entity-required controls).
▪ An implemented and operational capability exists to require vendors to support Post-Quantum Cryptography (PQC) migration, including flow-down requirements to subcontractors, suppliers and third-party components.

Level 4 Quantitatively Controlled

Utilize SCR-CMM Level 3 criteria definitions:
▪ There are no defined Level 4 criteria, since it is reasonable to assume a quantitatively-controlled process is not necessary to operationalize this control.
▪ While it may be possible to develop “metrics-driven” capabilities for this control, the criteria would be organization-specific to define.

Level 5 Continuously Improving

Utilize SCR-CMM Level 3 or Level 4 (if available) criteria definitions:
▪ There are no defined Level 5 criteria, since it is reasonable to assume a continuously-improving process is not necessary to operationalize this control.
▪ Level 5 capabilities should be considered “world-class” where the control builds on Level 4 capabilities, but are continuously improving through Artificial Intelligence (AI) and/or Machine Learning (ML) technologies.
▪ While it may be possible to develop responsive capabilities for this control through the use of AI and/or ML technologies, the criteria would be organization-specific to define.

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2. Identifizierte Anforderungen

Anforderungen
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3. Zugehörige Regulierungen

Regulierungen
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