SC-32(1)—Separate Physical Domains For Privileged Functions
>Control Description
Partition privileged functions into separate physical domains.
>Supplemental Guidance
Privileged functions that operate in a single physical domain may represent a single point of failure if that domain becomes compromised or experiences a denial of service.
>Assessment Interview Topics
Questions assessors commonly ask
Process & Governance:
- •What policies govern the implementation of separate physical domains for privileged functions?
- •How are system and communications protection requirements defined and maintained?
- •Who is responsible for configuring and maintaining the security controls specified in SC-32(1)?
Technical Implementation:
- •How is separate physical domains for privileged functions technically implemented in your environment?
- •What systems, tools, or configurations enforce this protection requirement?
- •How do you ensure that separate physical domains for privileged functions remains effective as the system evolves?
- •How is separation of duties or partitioning technically enforced?
Evidence & Documentation:
- •What documentation demonstrates the implementation of SC-32(1)?
- •Can you provide configuration evidence or system diagrams showing this protection control?
- •What logs or monitoring data verify that this control is functioning correctly?
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