AC-17(6)—Remote Access | Protection of Mechanism Information
IL5
IL6
>Control Description
Protect information about remote access mechanisms from unauthorized use and disclosure.
>DoD Impact Level Requirements
No specific parameter values or requirements for this impact level.
>Discussion
Remote access to organizational information by non-organizational entities can increase the risk of unauthorized use and disclosure about remote access mechanisms. The organization considers including remote access requirements in the information exchange agreements with other organizations, as applicable. Remote access requirements can also be included in rules of behavior (see PL-4) and access agreements (see PS-6).
>Related Controls
>Assessment Interview Topics
Questions assessors commonly ask
Process & Governance:
- •What formal policies and procedures govern the implementation of AC-17(6) (Protection Of Mechanism Information)?
- •Who are the designated roles responsible for implementing, maintaining, and monitoring AC-17(6)?
- •How frequently is the AC-17(6) policy reviewed and updated, and what triggers policy changes?
- •What training or awareness programs ensure personnel understand their responsibilities related to AC-17(6)?
Technical Implementation:
- •Describe the specific technical mechanisms or controls used to enforce AC-17(6) requirements.
- •What automated tools, systems, or technologies are deployed to implement AC-17(6)?
- •How is AC-17(6) integrated into your system architecture and overall security posture?
- •What configuration settings, parameters, or technical specifications enforce AC-17(6) requirements?
Evidence & Documentation:
- •What documentation demonstrates the complete implementation of AC-17(6)?
- •What audit logs, records, reports, or monitoring data validate AC-17(6) compliance?
- •Can you provide evidence of periodic reviews, assessments, or testing of AC-17(6) effectiveness?
- •What artifacts would you present during a FedRAMP assessment to demonstrate AC-17(6) compliance?
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