CM-5(5)—Access Restrictions for Change | Privilege Limitation for Production and Operation
IL4 Mod
IL4 High
IL5
IL6
>Control Description
(a) Limit privileges to change system components and system-related information within a production or operational environment; and
(b) Review and reevaluate privileges ⚙organization-defined frequency.
>DoD Impact Level Requirements
FedRAMP Parameter Values
CM-5 (5) (b) [at least quarterly]
>Discussion
In many organizations, systems support multiple mission and business functions. Limiting privileges to change system components with respect to operational systems is necessary because changes to a system component may have far-reaching effects on mission and business processes supported by the system. The relationships between systems and mission/business processes are, in some cases, unknown to developers.
System-related information includes operational procedures.
>Related Controls
>Assessment Interview Topics
Questions assessors commonly ask
Process & Governance:
- •What formal policies and procedures govern the implementation of CM-5(5) (Privilege Limitation For Production And Operation)?
- •Who are the designated roles responsible for implementing, maintaining, and monitoring CM-5(5)?
- •How frequently is the CM-5(5) policy reviewed and updated, and what triggers policy changes?
- •What training or awareness programs ensure personnel understand their responsibilities related to CM-5(5)?
Technical Implementation:
- •Describe the specific technical mechanisms or controls used to enforce CM-5(5) requirements.
- •What automated tools, systems, or technologies are deployed to implement CM-5(5)?
- •How is CM-5(5) integrated into your system architecture and overall security posture?
- •What configuration settings, parameters, or technical specifications enforce CM-5(5) requirements?
Evidence & Documentation:
- •What documentation demonstrates the complete implementation of CM-5(5)?
- •What audit logs, records, reports, or monitoring data validate CM-5(5) compliance?
- •Can you provide evidence of periodic reviews, assessments, or testing of CM-5(5) effectiveness?
- •What artifacts would you present during a FedRAMP assessment to demonstrate CM-5(5) compliance?
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