AC-16(8)—Association Techniques And Technologies
>Control Description
Implement ⚙organization-defined techniques and technologies in associating security and privacy attributes to information.
>Cross-Framework Mappings
>Supplemental Guidance
The association of security and privacy attributes to information within systems is important for conducting automated access enforcement and flow enforcement actions. The association of such attributes to information (i.e., binding) can be accomplished with technologies and techniques that provide different levels of assurance. For example, systems can cryptographically bind attributes to information using digital signatures that support cryptographic keys protected by hardware devices (sometimes known as hardware roots of trust).
>Related Controls
>Assessment Interview Topics
Questions assessors commonly ask
Process & Governance:
- •What formal policies and procedures govern the implementation of AC-16(8) (Association Techniques And Technologies)?
- •Who are the designated roles responsible for implementing, maintaining, and monitoring AC-16(8)?
- •How frequently is the AC-16(8) policy reviewed and updated, and what triggers policy changes?
- •What training or awareness programs ensure personnel understand their responsibilities related to AC-16(8)?
Technical Implementation:
- •Describe the specific technical mechanisms or controls used to enforce AC-16(8) requirements.
- •What automated tools, systems, or technologies are deployed to implement AC-16(8)?
- •How is AC-16(8) integrated into your system architecture and overall security posture?
- •What configuration settings, parameters, or technical specifications enforce AC-16(8) requirements?
Evidence & Documentation:
- •What documentation demonstrates the complete implementation of AC-16(8)?
- •What audit logs, records, reports, or monitoring data validate AC-16(8) compliance?
- •Can you provide evidence of periodic reviews, assessments, or testing of AC-16(8) effectiveness?
- •What artifacts would you present during a FedRAMP assessment to demonstrate AC-16(8) compliance?
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