IA-12 (04)—Identity Proofing | In-person Validation and Verification
High
>Control Description
Require that the validation and verification of identity evidence be conducted in person before a designated registration authority.
>FedRAMP Baseline Requirements
No FedRAMP-specific parameter values or requirements for this baseline.
>Discussion
In-person proofing reduces the likelihood of fraudulent credentials being issued because it requires the physical presence of individuals, the presentation of physical identity documents, and actual face-to-face interactions with designated registration authorities.
>Assessment Interview Topics
Questions assessors commonly ask
Process & Governance:
- •What formal policies and procedures govern the implementation of IA-12(4) (In-Person Validation And Verification)?
- •Who are the designated roles responsible for implementing, maintaining, and monitoring IA-12(4)?
- •How frequently is the IA-12(4) policy reviewed and updated, and what triggers policy changes?
- •What governance structure ensures IA-12(4) requirements are consistently applied across all systems?
Technical Implementation:
- •Describe the specific technical mechanisms or controls used to enforce IA-12(4) requirements.
- •What automated tools, systems, or technologies are deployed to implement IA-12(4)?
- •How is IA-12(4) integrated into your system architecture and overall security posture?
- •What configuration settings, parameters, or technical specifications enforce IA-12(4) requirements?
Evidence & Documentation:
- •What documentation demonstrates the complete implementation of IA-12(4)?
- •What audit logs, records, reports, or monitoring data validate IA-12(4) compliance?
- •Can you provide evidence of periodic reviews, assessments, or testing of IA-12(4) effectiveness?
- •What artifacts would you present during a FedRAMP assessment to demonstrate IA-12(4) compliance?
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