CA-3 (06)—Information Exchange | Transfer Authorizations
High
>Control Description
Verify that individuals or systems transferring data between interconnecting systems have the requisite authorizations (i.e., write permissions or privileges) prior to accepting such data.
>FedRAMP Baseline Requirements
No FedRAMP-specific parameter values or requirements for this baseline.
>Discussion
To prevent unauthorized individuals and systems from making information transfers to protected systems, the protected system verifies--via independent means-- whether the individual or system attempting to transfer information is authorized to do so. Verification of the authorization to transfer information also applies to control plane traffic (e.g., routing and DNS) and services (e.g., authenticated SMTP relays).
>Assessment Interview Topics
Questions assessors commonly ask
Process & Governance:
- •What formal policies and procedures govern the implementation of CA-3(6) (Transfer Authorizations)?
- •Who are the designated roles responsible for implementing, maintaining, and monitoring CA-3(6)?
- •How frequently is the CA-3(6) policy reviewed and updated, and what triggers policy changes?
- •What training or awareness programs ensure personnel understand their responsibilities related to CA-3(6)?
Technical Implementation:
- •Describe the specific technical mechanisms or controls used to enforce CA-3(6) requirements.
- •What automated tools, systems, or technologies are deployed to implement CA-3(6)?
- •How is CA-3(6) integrated into your system architecture and overall security posture?
- •What configuration settings, parameters, or technical specifications enforce CA-3(6) requirements?
Evidence & Documentation:
- •What documentation demonstrates the complete implementation of CA-3(6)?
- •What audit logs, records, reports, or monitoring data validate CA-3(6) compliance?
- •Can you provide evidence of periodic reviews, assessments, or testing of CA-3(6) effectiveness?
- •What artifacts would you present during a FedRAMP assessment to demonstrate CA-3(6) compliance?
Ask AI
Configure your API key to use AI features.