CM-5 (01)—Access Restrictions for Change | Automated Access Enforcement and Audit Records
Moderate
High
>Control Description
(a) Enforce access restrictions using ⚙organization-defined automated mechanisms; and
(b) Automatically generate audit records of the enforcement actions.
>FedRAMP Baseline Requirements
No FedRAMP-specific parameter values or requirements for this baseline.
>Discussion
Organizations log system accesses associated with applying configuration changes to ensure that configuration change control is implemented and to support after-the-fact actions should organizations discover any unauthorized changes.
>Assessment Interview Topics
Questions assessors commonly ask
Process & Governance:
- •What formal policies and procedures govern the implementation of CM-5(1) (Automated Access Enforcement And Audit Records)?
- •Who are the designated roles responsible for implementing, maintaining, and monitoring CM-5(1)?
- •How frequently is the CM-5(1) policy reviewed and updated, and what triggers policy changes?
- •What training or awareness programs ensure personnel understand their responsibilities related to CM-5(1)?
Technical Implementation:
- •Describe the specific technical mechanisms or controls used to enforce CM-5(1) requirements.
- •What automated tools, systems, or technologies are deployed to implement CM-5(1)?
- •How is CM-5(1) integrated into your system architecture and overall security posture?
- •What configuration settings, parameters, or technical specifications enforce CM-5(1) requirements?
Evidence & Documentation:
- •What documentation demonstrates the complete implementation of CM-5(1)?
- •What audit logs, records, reports, or monitoring data validate CM-5(1) compliance?
- •Can you provide evidence of periodic reviews, assessments, or testing of CM-5(1) effectiveness?
- •What artifacts would you present during a FedRAMP assessment to demonstrate CM-5(1) compliance?
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