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CM-6 (01)—Configuration Settings | Automated Management, Application, and Verification

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>Control Description

Manage, apply, and verify configuration settings for ⚙organization-defined system components using ⚙organization-defined automated mechanisms.

>FedRAMP Baseline Requirements

No FedRAMP-specific parameter values or requirements for this baseline.

>Discussion

Automated tools (e.g., hardening tools, baseline configuration tools) can improve the accuracy, consistency, and availability of configuration settings information. Automation can also provide data aggregation and data correlation capabilities, alerting mechanisms, and dashboards to support risk-based decision-making within the organization.

>Assessment Interview Topics

Questions assessors commonly ask

Process & Governance:

  • •What formal policies and procedures govern the implementation of CM-6(1) (Automated Management, Application, And Verification)?
  • •Who are the designated roles responsible for implementing, maintaining, and monitoring CM-6(1)?
  • •How frequently is the CM-6(1) policy reviewed and updated, and what triggers policy changes?
  • •What training or awareness programs ensure personnel understand their responsibilities related to CM-6(1)?

Technical Implementation:

  • •Describe the specific technical mechanisms or controls used to enforce CM-6(1) requirements.
  • •What automated tools, systems, or technologies are deployed to implement CM-6(1)?
  • •How is CM-6(1) integrated into your system architecture and overall security posture?
  • •What configuration settings, parameters, or technical specifications enforce CM-6(1) requirements?

Evidence & Documentation:

  • •What documentation demonstrates the complete implementation of CM-6(1)?
  • •What audit logs, records, reports, or monitoring data validate CM-6(1) compliance?
  • •Can you provide evidence of periodic reviews, assessments, or testing of CM-6(1) effectiveness?
  • •What artifacts would you present during a FedRAMP assessment to demonstrate CM-6(1) compliance?

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