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SI-4 (23)System Monitoring | Host-based Devices

Moderate
High

>Control Description

Implement the following host-based monitoring mechanisms at organization-defined system components: organization-defined host-based monitoring mechanisms.

>FedRAMP Baseline Requirements

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

>Discussion

Host-based monitoring collects information about the host (or system in which it resides). System components in which host-based monitoring can be implemented include servers, notebook computers, and mobile devices. Organizations may consider employing host-based monitoring mechanisms from multiple product developers or vendors.

>Assessment Interview Topics

Questions assessors commonly ask

Process & Governance:

  • What policies and procedures govern host-based devices?
  • Who is responsible for monitoring system and information integrity?
  • How frequently are integrity monitoring processes reviewed and updated?

Technical Implementation:

  • What technical controls detect and respond to host-based devices issues?
  • How are integrity violations identified and reported?
  • What automated tools support system and information integrity monitoring?
  • What systems and events are monitored for integrity violations?

Evidence & Documentation:

  • Can you provide recent integrity monitoring reports or alerts?
  • What logs demonstrate that SI-4(23) is actively implemented?
  • Where is evidence of integrity monitoring maintained and for how long?
  • Can you provide examples of integrity monitoring alerts and responses?

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