AU-6(4)—Audit Record Review, Analysis, and Reporting | Central Review and Analysis
IL4 High
IL5
IL6
>Control Description
Provide and implement the capability to centrally review and analyze audit records from multiple components within the system.
>DoD Impact Level Requirements
No specific parameter values or requirements for this impact level.
>Discussion
Automated mechanisms for centralized reviews and analyses include Security Information and Event Management products.
>Related Controls
>Assessment Interview Topics
Questions assessors commonly ask
Process & Governance:
- •What formal policies and procedures govern the implementation of AU-6(4) (Central Review And Analysis)?
- •Who are the designated roles responsible for implementing, maintaining, and monitoring AU-6(4)?
- •How frequently is the AU-6(4) policy reviewed and updated, and what triggers policy changes?
- •What training or awareness programs ensure personnel understand their responsibilities related to AU-6(4)?
Technical Implementation:
- •Describe the specific technical mechanisms or controls used to enforce AU-6(4) requirements.
- •What automated tools, systems, or technologies are deployed to implement AU-6(4)?
- •How is AU-6(4) integrated into your system architecture and overall security posture?
- •What configuration settings, parameters, or technical specifications enforce AU-6(4) requirements?
Evidence & Documentation:
- •What documentation demonstrates the complete implementation of AU-6(4)?
- •What audit logs, records, reports, or monitoring data validate AU-6(4) compliance?
- •Can you provide evidence of periodic reviews, assessments, or testing of AU-6(4) effectiveness?
- •What artifacts would you present during a FedRAMP assessment to demonstrate AU-6(4) compliance?
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