CM-6(2)—Configuration Settings | Respond to Unauthorized Changes
IL4 High
IL5
IL6
>Control Description
Take the following actions in response to unauthorized changes to ⚙organization-defined configuration settings: ⚙organization-defined actions.
>DoD Impact Level Requirements
No specific parameter values or requirements for this impact level.
>Discussion
Responses to unauthorized changes to configuration settings include alerting designated organizational personnel, restoring established configuration settings, or--in extreme cases--halting affected system processing.
>Related Controls
>Assessment Interview Topics
Questions assessors commonly ask
Process & Governance:
- •What formal policies and procedures govern the implementation of CM-6(2) (Respond To Unauthorized Changes)?
- •Who are the designated roles responsible for implementing, maintaining, and monitoring CM-6(2)?
- •How frequently is the CM-6(2) policy reviewed and updated, and what triggers policy changes?
- •What training or awareness programs ensure personnel understand their responsibilities related to CM-6(2)?
Technical Implementation:
- •Describe the specific technical mechanisms or controls used to enforce CM-6(2) requirements.
- •What automated tools, systems, or technologies are deployed to implement CM-6(2)?
- •How is CM-6(2) integrated into your system architecture and overall security posture?
- •What configuration settings, parameters, or technical specifications enforce CM-6(2) requirements?
Evidence & Documentation:
- •What documentation demonstrates the complete implementation of CM-6(2)?
- •What audit logs, records, reports, or monitoring data validate CM-6(2) compliance?
- •Can you provide evidence of periodic reviews, assessments, or testing of CM-6(2) effectiveness?
- •What artifacts would you present during a FedRAMP assessment to demonstrate CM-6(2) compliance?
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