IA-12(6)—Accept Externally-Proofed Identities
>Control Description
Accept externally-proofed identities at ⚙organization-defined identity assurance level.
>Supplemental Guidance
To limit unnecessary re-proofing of identities, particularly of non-PIV users, organizations accept proofing conducted at a commensurate level of assurance by other agencies or organizations. Proofing is consistent with organizational security policy and the identity assurance level appropriate for the system, application, or information accessed. Accepting externally-proofed identities is a fundamental component of managing federated identities across agencies and organizations.
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>Assessment Interview Topics
Questions assessors commonly ask
Process & Governance:
- •What formal policies and procedures govern the implementation of IA-12(6) (Accept Externally-Proofed Identities)?
- •Who are the designated roles responsible for implementing, maintaining, and monitoring IA-12(6)?
- •How frequently is the IA-12(6) policy reviewed and updated, and what triggers policy changes?
- •What governance structure ensures IA-12(6) requirements are consistently applied across all systems?
Technical Implementation:
- •Describe the specific technical mechanisms or controls used to enforce IA-12(6) requirements.
- •What automated tools, systems, or technologies are deployed to implement IA-12(6)?
- •How is IA-12(6) integrated into your system architecture and overall security posture?
- •What configuration settings, parameters, or technical specifications enforce IA-12(6) requirements?
Evidence & Documentation:
- •What documentation demonstrates the complete implementation of IA-12(6)?
- •What audit logs, records, reports, or monitoring data validate IA-12(6) compliance?
- •Can you provide evidence of periodic reviews, assessments, or testing of IA-12(6) effectiveness?
- •What artifacts would you present during a FedRAMP assessment to demonstrate IA-12(6) compliance?
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