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MA-4(1)Nonlocal Maintenance | Logging and Review

IL5
IL6

>Control Description

(a) Log organization-defined audit events for nonlocal maintenance and diagnostic sessions; and (b) Review the audit records of the maintenance and diagnostic sessions to detect anomalous behavior.

>DoD Impact Level Requirements

No specific parameter values or requirements for this impact level.

>Discussion

Audit logging for nonlocal maintenance is enforced by AU-2. Audit events are defined in AU-2a.

>Related Controls

>Assessment Interview Topics

Questions assessors commonly ask

Process & Governance:

  • What formal policies and procedures govern the implementation of MA-4(1) (Logging And Review)?
  • Who are the designated roles responsible for implementing, maintaining, and monitoring MA-4(1)?
  • How frequently is the MA-4(1) policy reviewed and updated, and what triggers policy changes?
  • What governance structure ensures MA-4(1) requirements are consistently applied across all systems?

Technical Implementation:

  • Describe the specific technical mechanisms or controls used to enforce MA-4(1) requirements.
  • What automated tools, systems, or technologies are deployed to implement MA-4(1)?
  • How is MA-4(1) integrated into your system architecture and overall security posture?
  • What configuration settings, parameters, or technical specifications enforce MA-4(1) requirements?

Evidence & Documentation:

  • What documentation demonstrates the complete implementation of MA-4(1)?
  • What audit logs, records, reports, or monitoring data validate MA-4(1) compliance?
  • Can you provide evidence of periodic reviews, assessments, or testing of MA-4(1) effectiveness?
  • What artifacts would you present during a FedRAMP assessment to demonstrate MA-4(1) compliance?

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