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CP-10 (02)System Recovery and Reconstitution | Transaction Recovery

Moderate
High

>Control Description

Implement transaction recovery for systems that are transaction-based.

>FedRAMP Baseline Requirements

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

>Discussion

Transaction-based systems include database management systems and transaction processing systems. Mechanisms supporting transaction recovery include transaction rollback and transaction journaling.

>Assessment Interview Topics

Questions assessors commonly ask

Process & Governance:

  • What formal policies and procedures govern the implementation of CP-10(2) (Transaction Recovery)?
  • Who are the designated roles responsible for implementing, maintaining, and monitoring CP-10(2)?
  • How frequently is the CP-10(2) policy reviewed and updated, and what triggers policy changes?
  • What governance structure ensures CP-10(2) requirements are consistently applied across all systems?

Technical Implementation:

  • Describe the specific technical mechanisms or controls used to enforce CP-10(2) requirements.
  • What automated tools, systems, or technologies are deployed to implement CP-10(2)?
  • How is CP-10(2) integrated into your system architecture and overall security posture?
  • What configuration settings, parameters, or technical specifications enforce CP-10(2) requirements?

Evidence & Documentation:

  • What documentation demonstrates the complete implementation of CP-10(2)?
  • What audit logs, records, reports, or monitoring data validate CP-10(2) compliance?
  • Can you provide evidence of periodic reviews, assessments, or testing of CP-10(2) effectiveness?
  • What artifacts would you present during a FedRAMP assessment to demonstrate CP-10(2) compliance?

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