AU-14(1)—Session Audit | System Start-up
IL5
IL6
>Control Description
Initiate session audits automatically at system start-up.
>DoD Impact Level Requirements
No specific parameter values or requirements for this impact level.
>Discussion
The automatic initiation of session audits at startup helps to ensure that the information being captured on selected individuals is complete and not subject to compromise through tampering by malicious threat actors.
>Assessment Interview Topics
Questions assessors commonly ask
Process & Governance:
- •What formal policies and procedures govern the implementation of AU-14(1) (System Start-Up)?
- •Who are the designated roles responsible for implementing, maintaining, and monitoring AU-14(1)?
- •How frequently is the AU-14(1) policy reviewed and updated, and what triggers policy changes?
- •What training or awareness programs ensure personnel understand their responsibilities related to AU-14(1)?
Technical Implementation:
- •Describe the specific technical mechanisms or controls used to enforce AU-14(1) requirements.
- •What automated tools, systems, or technologies are deployed to implement AU-14(1)?
- •How is AU-14(1) integrated into your system architecture and overall security posture?
- •What configuration settings, parameters, or technical specifications enforce AU-14(1) requirements?
Evidence & Documentation:
- •What documentation demonstrates the complete implementation of AU-14(1)?
- •What audit logs, records, reports, or monitoring data validate AU-14(1) compliance?
- •Can you provide evidence of periodic reviews, assessments, or testing of AU-14(1) effectiveness?
- •What artifacts would you present during a FedRAMP assessment to demonstrate AU-14(1) compliance?
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