03.11.02—Vulnerability Monitoring and Scanning
>Control Description
Monitor and scan the system for vulnerabilities ⚙organization-defined frequency and when new vulnerabilities affecting the system are identified. Remediate system vulnerabilities within ⚙organization-defined response times. Update system vulnerabilities to be scanned ⚙organization-defined frequency and when new vulnerabilities are identified and reported.
>Assessment Interview Topics
Questions assessors commonly ask
Process & Governance:
- •What documented policies and procedures address 03.11.02?
- •Who is accountable for implementing and maintaining 03.11.02 controls?
- •How frequently are 03.11.02 requirements reviewed, and what triggers updates?
- •What process ensures changes to systems maintain compliance with 03.11.02 requirements?
- •How are exceptions to 03.11.02 requirements documented and approved?
Technical Implementation:
- •What technical controls enforce 03.11.02 in your environment?
- •How are 03.11.02 controls configured and maintained across all systems?
- •What automated mechanisms support 03.11.02 compliance?
- •How do you validate that 03.11.02 implementations achieve their intended security outcome?
- •What compensating controls exist if primary 03.11.02 controls cannot be fully implemented?
Evidence & Documentation:
- •What documentation proves 03.11.02 is implemented and operating effectively?
- •Can you provide configuration evidence showing how 03.11.02 is technically enforced?
- •What audit logs or monitoring data demonstrate ongoing 03.11.02 compliance?
- •Can you show evidence of a recent review or assessment of 03.11.02 controls?
- •What artifacts would you provide during an assessment to demonstrate 03.11.02 compliance?
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