CM-8(6)—Assessed Configurations And Approved Deviations
>Control Description
Include assessed component configurations and any approved deviations to current deployed configurations in the system component inventory.
>Cross-Framework Mappings
>Supplemental Guidance
Assessed configurations and approved deviations focus on configuration settings established by organizations for system components, the specific components that have been assessed to determine compliance with the required configuration settings, and any approved deviations from established configuration settings.
>Assessment Interview Topics
Questions assessors commonly ask
Process & Governance:
- •What formal policies and procedures govern the implementation of CM-8(6) (Assessed Configurations And Approved Deviations)?
- •Who are the designated roles responsible for implementing, maintaining, and monitoring CM-8(6)?
- •How frequently is the CM-8(6) policy reviewed and updated, and what triggers policy changes?
- •What training or awareness programs ensure personnel understand their responsibilities related to CM-8(6)?
Technical Implementation:
- •Describe the specific technical mechanisms or controls used to enforce CM-8(6) requirements.
- •What automated tools, systems, or technologies are deployed to implement CM-8(6)?
- •How is CM-8(6) integrated into your system architecture and overall security posture?
- •What configuration settings, parameters, or technical specifications enforce CM-8(6) requirements?
Evidence & Documentation:
- •What documentation demonstrates the complete implementation of CM-8(6)?
- •What audit logs, records, reports, or monitoring data validate CM-8(6) compliance?
- •Can you provide evidence of periodic reviews, assessments, or testing of CM-8(6) effectiveness?
- •What artifacts would you present during a FedRAMP assessment to demonstrate CM-8(6) compliance?
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