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Canada_Federal_PBMM_3-1-2020_AC_4(21)

AC_4(21)

Canada Federal PBMM 3-1-2020 AC 4(21)

Information Flow Enforcement

Information Flow Enforcement | Physical / Logical Separation of Information Flows

Shared

The information system separates information flows logically or physically using session encryption to accomplish separation of all sessions.

To enhance security measures and safeguard sensitive data from unauthorized access or interception.

Canada_Federal_PBMM_3-1-2020_CA_3

CA_3

Canada Federal PBMM 3-1-2020 CA 3

Information System Connections

System Interconnections

Shared

1. The organization authorizes connection from information system to other information system through the use of Interconnection Security Agreements. 2. The organization documents, for each interconnection, the interface characteristics, security requirements, and the nature of the information communicated. 3. The organization reviews and updates Interconnection Security Agreements annually.

To establish and maintain secure connections between information systems.

Canada_Federal_PBMM_3-1-2020_CA_3(3)

CA_3(3)

Canada Federal PBMM 3-1-2020 CA 3(3)

Information System Connections

System Interconnections | Classified Non-National Security System Connections

Shared

The organization prohibits the direct connection of any internal network or system to an external network without the use of security controls approved by the information owner.

To ensure the integrity and security of internal systems against external threats.

Canada_Federal_PBMM_3-1-2020_CA_3(5)

CA_3(5)

Canada Federal PBMM 3-1-2020 CA 3(5)

Information System Connections

System Interconnections | Restrictions on External Network Connections

Shared

The organization employs allow-all, deny-by-exception; deny-all policy for allowing any systems to connect to external information systems.

To enhance security posture against unauthorized access.

Canada_Federal_PBMM_3-1-2020_CA_7

CA_7

Canada Federal PBMM 3-1-2020 CA 7

Continuous Monitoring

Shared

1. The organization develops a continuous monitoring strategy and implements a continuous monitoring program that includes establishment of organization-defined metrics to be monitored. 2. The organization develops a continuous monitoring strategy and implements a continuous monitoring program that includes establishment of at least monthly monitoring and assessments of at least operating system scans, database, and web application scan. 3. The organization develops a continuous monitoring strategy and implements a continuous monitoring program that includes ongoing security control assessments in accordance with the organizational continuous monitoring strategy. 4. The organization develops a continuous monitoring strategy and implements a continuous monitoring program that includes ongoing security status monitoring of organization-defined metrics in accordance with the organizational continuous monitoring strategy. 5. The organization develops a continuous monitoring strategy and implements a continuous monitoring program that includes correlation and analysis of security-related information generated by assessments and monitoring. 6. The organization develops a continuous monitoring strategy and implements a continuous monitoring program that includes response actions to address results of the analysis of security-related information. 7. The organization develops a continuous monitoring strategy and implements a continuous monitoring program that includes reporting the security status of organization and the information system to organization-defined personnel or roles at organization-defined frequency.

To ensure the ongoing effectiveness of security controls and maintain the security posture in alignment with organizational objectives and requirements.

125

Canada_Federal_PBMM_3-1-2020_SC_12

SC_12

Canada Federal PBMM 3-1-2020 SC 12

Cryptographic Key Establishment and Management

Shared

The organization establishes and manages cryptographic keys for required cryptography employed within the information system in accordance with CSE-approved cryptography.

To enhance overall security posture and compliance with industry best practices.

Canada_Federal_PBMM_3-1-2020_SC_12(1)

SC_12(1)

Canada Federal PBMM 3-1-2020 SC 12(1)

Cryptographic Key Establishment and Management

Cryptographic Key Establishment and Management | Availability

Shared

The organization maintains availability of information in the event of the loss of cryptographic keys by users.

To implement backup and recovery mechanisms.

Canada_Federal_PBMM_3-1-2020_SI_3

SI_3

Canada Federal PBMM 3-1-2020 SI 3

Malicious Code Protection

Shared

1. The organization employs malicious code protection mechanisms at information system entry and exit points to detect and eradicate malicious code. 2. The organization updates malicious code protection mechanisms whenever new releases are available in accordance with organizational configuration management policy and procedures. 3. The organization configures malicious code protection mechanisms to: a. Perform periodic scans of the information system at least weekly and real-time scans of files from external sources at endpoints and network entry/exit points as the files are downloaded, opened, or executed in accordance with organizational security policy; and b. Block and quarantine malicious code; send alert to the key role as defined in the system and information integrity policy in response to malicious code detection. 4. The organization addresses the receipt of false positives during malicious code detection and eradication and the resulting potential impact on the availability of the information system.

To mitigate potential impacts on system availability.

Canada_Federal_PBMM_3-1-2020_SI_3(1)

SI_3(1)

Canada Federal PBMM 3-1-2020 SI 3(1)

Malicious Code Protection

Malicious Code Protection | Central Management

Shared

The organization centrally manages malicious code protection mechanisms.

To centrally manage malicious code protection mechanisms.

Canada_Federal_PBMM_3-1-2020_SI_3(2)

SI_3(2)

Canada Federal PBMM 3-1-2020 SI 3(2)

Malicious Code Protection

Malicious Code Protection | Automatic Updates

Shared

The information system automatically updates malicious code protection mechanisms.

To ensure automatic updates in malicious code protection mechanisms.

Canada_Federal_PBMM_3-1-2020_SI_3(7)

SI_3(7)

Canada Federal PBMM 3-1-2020 SI 3(7)

Malicious Code Protection

Malicious Code Protection | Non Signature-Based Detection

Shared

The information system implements non-signature-based malicious code detection mechanisms.

To enhance overall security posture.

Canada_Federal_PBMM_3-1-2020_SI_4

SI_4

Canada Federal PBMM 3-1-2020 SI 4

Information System Monitoring

Shared

1. The organization monitors the information system to detect: a. Attacks and indicators of potential attacks in accordance with organization-defined monitoring objectives; and b. Unauthorized local, network, and remote connections; 2. The organization identifies unauthorized use of the information system through organization-defined techniques and methods. 3. The organization deploys monitoring devices: (i) strategically within the information system to collect organization-determined essential information; and (ii) at ad hoc locations within the system to track specific types of transactions of interest to the organization. 4. The organization protects information obtained from intrusion-monitoring tools from unauthorized access, modification, and deletion. 5. The organization heightens the level of information system monitoring activity whenever there is an indication of increased risk to organizational operations and assets, individuals, other organizations, or Canada based on law enforcement information, intelligence information, or other credible sources of information. 6. The organization obtains legal opinion with regard to information system monitoring activities in accordance with organizational policies, directives and standards. 7. The organization provides organization-defined information system monitoring information to organization-defined personnel or roles at an organization-defined frequency.

To enhance overall security posture.

Canada_Federal_PBMM_3-1-2020_SI_4(1)

SI_4(1)

Canada Federal PBMM 3-1-2020 SI 4(1)

Information System Monitoring

Information System Monitoring | System-Wide Intrusion Detection System

Shared

The organization connects and configures individual intrusion detection tools into an information system-wide intrusion detection system.

To enhance overall security posture.

Canada_Federal_PBMM_3-1-2020_SI_4(2)

SI_4(2)

Canada Federal PBMM 3-1-2020 SI 4(2)

Information System Monitoring

Information System Monitoring | Automated Tools for Real-Time Analysis

Shared

The organization employs automated tools to support near real-time analysis of events.

To enhance overall security posture.

Canada_Federal_PBMM_3-1-2020_SI_8(1)

SI_8(1)

Canada Federal PBMM 3-1-2020 SI 8(1)

Spam Protection

Spam Protection | Central Management of Protection Mechanisms

Shared

The organization centrally manages spam protection mechanisms.

To enhance overall security posture.

10.7

CIS_Controls_v8.1_10.7

CIS Controls v8.1 10.7

Malware Defenses

Use behaviour based anti-malware software

Shared

Use behaviour based anti-malware software

To ensure that a generic anti-malware software is not used.

100

13.1

CIS_Controls_v8.1_13.1

CIS Controls v8.1 13.1

Network Monitoring and Defense

Centralize security event alerting

Shared

1. Centralize security event alerting across enterprise assets for log correlation and analysis. 2. Best practice implementation requires the use of a SIEM, which includes vendor-defined event correlation alerts. 3.A log analytics platform configured with security-relevant correlation alerts also satisfies this safeguard.

To ensure that any security event is immediately alerted enterprise-wide.

102

13.3

CIS_Controls_v8.1_13.3

CIS Controls v8.1 13.3

Network Monitoring and Defense

Deploy a network intrusion detection solution

Shared

1. Deploy a network intrusion detection solution on enterprise assets, where appropriate. 2. Example implementations include the use of a Network Intrusion Detection System (NIDS) or equivalent cloud service provider (CSP) service.

To enhance the organization's cybersecurity.

100

18.4

CIS_Controls_v8.1_18.4

CIS Controls v8.1 18.4

Penetration Testing

Validate security measures

Shared

Validate security measures after each penetration test. If deemed necessary, modify rulesets and capabilities to detect the techniques used during testing.

To ensure ongoing alignment with evolving threat landscapes and bolstering the overall security posture of the enterprise.

8.11

CIS_Controls_v8.1_8.11

CIS Controls v8.1 8.11

Audit Log Management

Conduct audit log reviews

Shared

1. Conduct reviews of audit logs to detect anomalies or abnormal events that could indicate a potential threat. 2. Conduct reviews on a weekly, or more frequent, basis.

To ensure the integrity of the data in audit logs.

CMMC_L2_v1.9.0_AC.L1_3.1.20

AC.L1_3.1.20

Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification (CMMC) Level 2 v1.9.0 AC.L1 3.1.20

Access Control

External Connections

Shared

Verify and control/limit connections to and use of external information systems.

To enhance security and minimise potential risks associated with external access.

CMMC_L2_v1.9.0_AC.L2_3.1.3

AC.L2_3.1.3

Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification (CMMC) Level 2 v1.9.0 AC.L2 3.1.3

Access Control

Control CUI Flow

Shared

Control the flow of CUI in accordance with approved authorizations.

To regulate the flow of Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI) in accordance with approved authorizations

CMMC_L2_v1.9.0_SC.L1_3.13.1

SC.L1_3.13.1

Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification (CMMC) Level 2 v1.9.0 SC.L1 3.13.1

System and Communications Protection

Boundary Protection

Shared

Monitor, control, and protect organizational communications (i.e., information transmitted or received by organizational information systems) at the external boundaries and key internal boundaries of the information systems.

To protect information assets from external attacks and insider threats.

CMMC_L2_v1.9.0_SC.L1_3.13.5

SC.L1_3.13.5

Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification (CMMC) Level 2 v1.9.0 SC.L1 3.13.5

System and Communications Protection

Public Access System Separation

Shared

Implement subnetworks for publicly accessible system components that are physically or logically separated from internal networks.

To control access, monitor traffic, and mitigate the risk of unauthorized access or exploitation of internal resources.

CMMC_L2_v1.9.0_SC.L2_3.13.7

SC.L2_3.13.7

Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification (CMMC) Level 2 v1.9.0 SC.L2 3.13.7

System and Communications Protection

Split Tunneling

Shared

Prevent remote devices from simultaneously establishing non remote connections with organizational systems and communicating via some other connection to resources in external networks (i.e., split tunneling).

To mitigate security risks.

CSA_v4.0.12

DCS_02

CSA_v4.0.12_DCS_02

CSA Cloud Controls Matrix v4.0.12 DCS 02

Datacenter Security

Off-Site Transfer Authorization Policy and Procedures

Shared

n/a

Establish, document, approve, communicate, apply, evaluate and maintain policies and procedures for the relocation or transfer of hardware, software, or data/information to an offsite or alternate location. The relocation or transfer request requires the written or cryptographically verifiable authorization. Review and update the policies and procedures at least annually.

CSA_v4.0.12

DSP_05

CSA_v4.0.12_DSP_05

CSA Cloud Controls Matrix v4.0.12 DSP 05

Data Security and Privacy Lifecycle Management

Data Flow Documentation

Shared

n/a

Create data flow documentation to identify what data is processed, stored or transmitted where. Review data flow documentation at defined intervals, at least annually, and after any change.

CSA_v4.0.12

DSP_10

CSA_v4.0.12_DSP_10

CSA Cloud Controls Matrix v4.0.12 DSP 10

Data Security and Privacy Lifecycle Management

Sensitive Data Transfer

Shared

n/a

Define, implement and evaluate processes, procedures and technical measures that ensure any transfer of personal or sensitive data is protected from unauthorized access and only processed within scope as permitted by the respective laws and regulations.

EU_2555_(NIS2)_2022

EU_2555_(NIS2)_2022_21

EU 2022/2555 (NIS2) 2022 21

Cybersecurity risk-management measures

Shared

n/a

Requires essential and important entities to take appropriate measures to manage cybersecurity risks.

194

EU_GDPR_2016_679_Art._24

EU General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) 2016/679 Art. 24

Chapter 4 - Controller and processor

Responsibility of the controller

Shared

n/a

311

EU_GDPR_2016_679_Art._25

EU General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) 2016/679 Art. 25

Chapter 4 - Controller and processor

Data protection by design and by default

Shared

n/a

311

EU_GDPR_2016_679_Art._28

EU General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) 2016/679 Art. 28

Chapter 4 - Controller and processor

Processor

Shared

n/a

311

FBI_Criminal_Justice_Information_Services_v5.9.5_5

EU_GDPR_2016_679_Art._32

EU General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) 2016/679 Art. 32

Chapter 4 - Controller and processor

Security of processing

Shared

n/a

311

FBI_Criminal_Justice_Information_Services_v5.9.5_5.1

FBI Criminal Justice Information Services (CJIS) v5.9.5 5.1

Policy and Implementation - Systems And Communications Protection

Systems And Communications Protection

Shared

In addition, applications, services, or information systems must have the capability to ensure system integrity through the detection and protection against unauthorized changes to software and information.

Examples of systems and communications safeguards range from boundary and transmission protection to securing an agency's virtualized environment.

111

FBI_Criminal_Justice_Information_Services_v5.9.5_5

FBI_Criminal_Justice_Information_Services_v5.9.5_5.5

FBI Criminal Justice Information Services (CJIS) v5.9.5 5.5

Policy and Implementation - Access Control

Access Control

Shared

Refer to Section 5.13.6 for additional access control requirements related to mobile devices used to access CJI.

Access control provides the planning and implementation of mechanisms to restrict reading, writing, processing, and transmission of CJIS information and the modification of information systems, applications, services and communication configurations allowing access to CJIS information.

FFIEC_CAT_2017

3.1.1

FFIEC_CAT_2017_3.1.1

FFIEC CAT 2017 3.1.1

Cybersecurity Controls

Infrastructure Management

Shared

n/a

- Network perimeter defense tools (e.g., border router and firewall) are used. - Systems that are accessed from the Internet or by external parties are protected by firewalls or other similar devices. - All ports are monitored. - Up to date antivirus and anti-malware tools are used. - Systems configurations (for servers, desktops, routers, etc.) follow industry standards and are enforced. - Ports, functions, protocols and services are prohibited if no longer needed for business purposes. - Access to make changes to systems configurations (including virtual machines and hypervisors) is controlled and monitored. - Programs that can override system, object, network, virtual machine, and application controls are restricted. - System sessions are locked after a pre-defined period of inactivity and are terminated after pre-defined conditions are met. - Wireless network environments require security settings with strong encryption for authentication and transmission. (*N/A if there are no wireless networks.)

FFIEC_CAT_2017

4.1.1

FFIEC_CAT_2017_4.1.1

FFIEC CAT 2017 4.1.1

External Dependency Management

Connections

Shared

n/a

- The critical business processes that are dependent on external connectivity have been identified. - The institution ensures that third-party connections are authorized. - A network diagram is in place and identifies all external connections. - Data flow diagrams are in place and document information flow to external parties.

01.m

HITRUST_CSF_v11.3_01.m

HITRUST CSF v11.3 01.m

Network Access Control

To ensure segregation in networks.

Shared

Security gateways, internal network perimeters, wireless network segregation, firewalls, and logical network domains with controlled data flows to be implemented to enhance network security.

Groups of information services, users, and information systems should be segregated on networks.

01.n

HITRUST_CSF_v11.3_01.n

HITRUST CSF v11.3 01.n

Network Access Control

To prevent unauthorised access to shared networks.

Shared

Default deny policy at managed interfaces, restricted user connections through network gateways, comprehensive access controls, time-based restrictions, and encryption of sensitive information transmitted over public networks for is to be implemented for enhanced security.

For shared networks, especially those extending across the organization’s boundaries, the capability of users to connect to the network shall be restricted, in line with the access control policy and requirements of the business applications.

01.o

HITRUST_CSF_v11.3_01.o

HITRUST CSF v11.3 01.o

Network Access Control

To implement network routing controls to prevent breach of the access control policy of business applications.

Shared

Security gateways are to be leveraged, application-layer filtering proxy is to be employed, outbound traffic is to be directed through authenticated proxy servers, and internal directory services to fortify network access controls and protect against external threats are to be secured.

Routing controls shall be implemented for networks to ensure that computer connections and information flows do not breach the access control policy of the business applications.

09.ab

HITRUST_CSF_v11.3_09.ab

HITRUST CSF v11.3 09.ab

Monitoring

To establish procedures for monitoring use of information processing systems and facilities to check for use and effectiveness of implemented controls.

Shared

1. It is to be specified how often audit logs are reviewed, how the reviews are documented, and the specific roles and responsibilities of the personnel conducting the reviews, including the professional certifications or other qualifications required. 2. All relevant legal requirements applicable to its monitoring of authorized access and unauthorized access attempts is to be complied with.

Procedures for monitoring use of information processing systems and facilities shall be established to check for use and effectiveness of implemented controls. The results of the monitoring activities shall be reviewed regularly.

114

09.w

HITRUST_CSF_v11.3_09.w

HITRUST CSF v11.3 09.w

Exchange of Information

To develop and implement policies and procedures, to protect information associated with the interconnection of business information systems.

Shared

1. A security baseline is to be documented and implemented for interconnected systems. 2. Other requirements and controls linked to interconnected business systems are to include the separation of operational systems from interconnected system, retention and back-up of information held on the system, and fallback requirements and arrangements.

Policies and procedures shall be developed and implemented to protect information associated with the interconnection of business information systems.

ISO_IEC_27002_2022

5.14

ISO_IEC_27002_2022_5.14

ISO IEC 27002 2022 5.14

Protection, Preventive Control

Information transfer

Shared

To maintain the security of information transferred within an organization and with any external interested party.

Information transfer rules, procedures, or agreements should be in place for all types of transfer facilities within the organization and between the organization and other parties.

NIST_SP_800-171_R3_3.1.18

.1.18

NIST 800-171 R3 3.1.18

Access Control

Access Control for Mobile Devices

Shared

A mobile device is a computing device that has a small form factor such that it can easily be carried by a single individual; is designed to operate without a physical connection; possesses local, non-removable, or removable data storage; and includes a self-contained power source. Mobile device functionality may also include voice communication capabilities, on-board sensors that allow the device to capture information, and/or built-in features for synchronizing local data with remote locations. Examples include smart phones, smart watches, and tablets. Mobile devices are typically associated with a single individual. The processing, storage, and transmission capability of mobile devices may be comparable to or a subset of notebook or desktop systems, depending on the nature and intended purpose of the device. The protection and control of mobile devices is behavior- or policy-based and requires users to take physical action to protect and control such devices when outside of controlled areas. Controlled areas are spaces for which the organization provides physical or procedural controls to meet the requirements established for protecting CUI. Due to the large variety of mobile devices with different characteristics and capabilities, organizational restrictions may vary for the different classes or types of such devices. Usage restrictions, configuration requirements, and connection requirements for mobile devices include configuration management, device identification and authentication, implementing mandatory protective software, scanning devices for malicious code, updating virus protection software, scanning for critical software updates and patches, conducting primary operating system (and possibly other resident software) integrity checks, and disabling unnecessary hardware. Organizations can employ full-device encryption or container-based encryption to protect the confidentiality of CUI on mobile devices. Container-based encryption provides a fine-grained approach to the encryption of data and information, including encrypting selected data structures (e.g., files, records, or fields).

a. Establish usage restrictions, configuration requirements, and connection requirements for mobile devices. b. Authorize the connection of mobile devices to the system. c. Implement full-device or container-based encryption to protect the confidentiality of CUI on mobile devices.

.1.3

NIST_SP_800-171_R3_3.1.3

NIST 800-171 R3 3.1.3

Access Control

Information Flow Enforcement

Shared

Information flow control regulates where CUI can transit within a system and between systems (versus who can access the information) and without explicit regard to subsequent accesses to that information. Flow control restrictions include keeping CUI from being transmitted in the clear to the internet, blocking outside traffic that claims to be from within the organization, restricting requests to the internet that are not from the internal web proxy server, and limiting information transfers between organizations based on data structures and content. Organizations commonly use information flow control policies and enforcement mechanisms to control the flow of CUI between designated sources and destinations (e.g., networks, individuals, and devices) within systems and between interconnected systems. Flow control is based on characteristics of the information or the information path. Enforcement occurs in boundary protection devices (e.g., encrypted tunnels, routers, gateways, and firewalls) that use rule sets or establish configuration settings that restrict system services, provide a packet-filtering capability based on header information, or provide a message-filtering capability based on message content (e.g., implementing key word searches or using document characteristics). Organizations also consider the trustworthiness of filtering and inspection mechanisms (i.e., hardware, firmware, and software components) that are critical to information flow enforcement. Transferring information between systems that represent different security domains with different security policies introduces the risk that such transfers violate one or more domain security policies. In such situations, information owners or stewards provide guidance at designated policy enforcement points between interconnected systems. Organizations consider mandating specific architectural solutions when required to enforce specific security policies. Enforcement includes prohibiting information transfers between interconnected systems (i.e., allowing information access only), employing hardware mechanisms to enforce one-way information flows, and implementing trustworthy regrading mechanisms to reassign security attributes and security labels.

Enforce approved authorizations for controlling the flow of CUI within the system and between connected systems.

NIST_SP_800-171_R3_3.13.1

.13.1

NIST 800-171 R3 3.13.1

System and Communications Protection Control

Boundary Protection

Shared

Managed interfaces include gateways, routers, firewalls, network-based malicious code analysis, virtualization systems, and encrypted tunnels implemented within a security architecture. Subnetworks that are either physically or logically separated from internal networks are referred to as demilitarized zones or DMZs. Restricting or prohibiting interfaces within organizational systems includes restricting external web traffic to designated web servers within managed interfaces, prohibiting external traffic that appears to be spoofing internal addresses, and prohibiting internal traffic that appears to be spoofing external addresses.

a. Monitor and control communications at the external managed interfaces to the system and at key internal managed interfaces within the system. b. Implement subnetworks for publicly accessible system components that are physically or logically separated from internal networks. c. Connect to external systems only through managed interfaces consisting of boundary protection devices arranged in accordance with an organizational security architecture.

NIST_SP_800-171_R3_3.13.9

.13.9

NIST 800-171 R3 3.13.9

System and Communications Protection Control

Network Disconnect

Shared

This requirement applies to internal and external networks. Terminating network connections associated with communications sessions includes deallocating TCP/IP addresses or port pairs at the operating system level or deallocating networking assignments at the application level if multiple application sessions are using a single network connection. Time periods of inactivity may be established by organizations and include time periods by type of network access or for specific network accesses.

Terminate network connections associated with communications sessions at the end of the sessions or after periods of inactivity.

NIST_SP_800-53_R5.1.1

AC.4

NIST_SP_800-53_R5.1.1_AC.4

NIST SP 800-53 R5.1.1 AC.4

Access Control

Information Flow Enforcement

Shared

Enforce approved authorizations for controlling the flow of information within the system and between connected systems based on [Assignment: organization-defined information flow control policies].

Information flow control regulates where information can travel within a system and between systems (in contrast to who is allowed to access the information) and without regard to subsequent accesses to that information. Flow control restrictions include blocking external traffic that claims to be from within the organization, keeping export-controlled information from being transmitted in the clear to the Internet, restricting web requests that are not from the internal web proxy server, and limiting information transfers between organizations based on data structures and content. Transferring information between organizations may require an agreement specifying how the information flow is enforced (see CA-3). Transferring information between systems in different security or privacy domains with different security or privacy policies introduces the risk that such transfers violate one or more domain security or privacy policies. In such situations, information owners/stewards provide guidance at designated policy enforcement points between connected systems. Organizations consider mandating specific architectural solutions to enforce specific security and privacy policies. Enforcement includes prohibiting information transfers between connected systems (i.e., allowing access only), verifying write permissions before accepting information from another security or privacy domain or connected system, employing hardware mechanisms to enforce one-way information flows, and implementing trustworthy regrading mechanisms to reassign security or privacy attributes and labels. Organizations commonly employ information flow control policies and enforcement mechanisms to control the flow of information between designated sources and destinations within systems and between connected systems. Flow control is based on the characteristics of the information and/or the information path. Enforcement occurs, for example, in boundary protection devices that employ rule sets or establish configuration settings that restrict system services, provide a packet-filtering capability based on header information, or provide a message-filtering capability based on message content. Organizations also consider the trustworthiness of filtering and/or inspection mechanisms (i.e., hardware, firmware, and software components) that are critical to information flow enforcement. Control enhancements 3 through 32 primarily address cross-domain solution needs that focus on more advanced filtering techniques, in-depth analysis, and stronger flow enforcement mechanisms implemented in cross-domain products, such as high-assurance guards. Such capabilities are generally not available in commercial off-the-shelf products. Information flow enforcement also applies to control plane traffic (e.g., routing and DNS).

NIST_SP_800-53_R5.1.1

SC.7

NIST_SP_800-53_R5.1.1_SC.7

NIST SP 800-53 R5.1.1 SC.7

System and Communications Protection

Boundary Protection

Shared

a. Monitor and control communications at the external managed interfaces to the system and at key internal managed interfaces within the system; b. Implement subnetworks for publicly accessible system components that are [Selection: physically; logically] separated from internal organizational networks; and c. Connect to external networks or systems only through managed interfaces consisting of boundary protection devices arranged in accordance with an organizational security and privacy architecture.

Managed interfaces include gateways, routers, firewalls, guards, network-based malicious code analysis, virtualization systems, or encrypted tunnels implemented within a security architecture. Subnetworks that are physically or logically separated from internal networks are referred to as demilitarized zones or DMZs. Restricting or prohibiting interfaces within organizational systems includes restricting external web traffic to designated web servers within managed interfaces, prohibiting external traffic that appears to be spoofing internal addresses, and prohibiting internal traffic that appears to be spoofing external addresses. Commercial telecommunications services are provided by network components and consolidated management systems shared by customers. These services may also include third party-provided access lines and other service elements. Such services may represent sources of increased risk despite contract security provisions. Boundary protection may be implemented as a common control for all or part of an organizational network such that the boundary to be protected is greater than a system-specific boundary (i.e., an authorization boundary).

NIST_SP_800-53_R5.1.1

SC.7.3

NIST_SP_800-53_R5.1.1_SC.7.3

NIST SP 800-53 R5.1.1 SC.7.3

System and Communications Protection

Boundary Protection | Access Points

Shared

Limit the number of external network connections to the system.

Limiting the number of external network connections facilitates monitoring of inbound and outbound communications traffic. The Trusted Internet Connection [DHS TIC] initiative is an example of a federal guideline that requires limits on the number of external network connections. Limiting the number of external network connections to the system is important during transition periods from older to newer technologies (e.g., transitioning from IPv4 to IPv6 network protocols). Such transitions may require implementing the older and newer technologies simultaneously during the transition period and thus increase the number of access points to the system.

14.3.10.C.01.

NZISM_v3.7_14.3.10.C.01.

NZISM v3.7 14.3.10.C.01.

Web Applications

14.3.10.C.01. - To maintain control over network traffic and reduces the likelihood of exposure to malicious content or activities.

Shared

n/a

Agencies SHOULD implement allow listing for all HTTP traffic being communicated through their gateways.

14.3.10.C.02.

NZISM_v3.7_14.3.10.C.02.

NZISM v3.7 14.3.10.C.02.

Web Applications

14.3.10.C.02. - To maintain control over network traffic and reduces the likelihood of exposure to malicious content or activities.

Shared

n/a

Agencies using an allow list on their gateways to specify the external addresses, to which encrypted connections are permitted, SHOULD specify allow list addresses by domain name or IP address.

14.3.10.C.03.

NZISM_v3.7_14.3.10.C.03.

NZISM v3.7 14.3.10.C.03.

Web Applications

14.3.10.C.03. - To maintain control over network traffic and reduces the likelihood of exposure to malicious content or activities.

Shared

n/a

If agencies do not allow list websites they SHOULD deny list websites to prevent access to known malicious websites.

14.3.10.C.04.

NZISM_v3.7_14.3.10.C.04.

NZISM v3.7 14.3.10.C.04.

Web Applications

14.3.10.C.04. - To maintain control over network traffic and reduces the likelihood of exposure to malicious content or activities.

Shared

n/a

Agencies deny listing websites SHOULD update the deny list on a frequent basis to ensure that it remains effective.

14.3.12.C.01.

NZISM_v3.7_14.3.12.C.01.

NZISM v3.7 14.3.12.C.01.

Web Applications

14.3.12.C.01. - To strengthening the overall security posture of the agency's network environment.

Shared

n/a

Agencies SHOULD use the Web proxy to filter content that is potentially harmful to system users and their workstations.

17.8.10.C.02.

NZISM_v3.7_17.8.10.C.02.

NZISM v3.7 17.8.10.C.02.

Internet Protocol Security (IPSec)

17.8.10.C.02. - To enhance overall cybersecurity posture.

Shared

n/a

Agencies choosing to use transport mode SHOULD additionally use an IP tunnel for IPSec connections.

19.1.10.C.01.

NZISM_v3.7_19.1.10.C.01.

NZISM v3.7 19.1.10.C.01.

Gateways

19.1.10.C.01. - To ensure that the security requirements are consistently upheld throughout the network hierarchy, from the lowest to the highest networks.

Shared

n/a

When agencies have cascaded connections between networks involving multiple gateways they MUST ensure that the assurance levels specified for network devices between the overall lowest and highest networks are met by the gateway between the highest network and the next highest network within the cascaded connection.

19.1.11.C.01.

NZISM_v3.7_19.1.11.C.01.

NZISM v3.7 19.1.11.C.01.

Gateways

19.1.11.C.01. - To ensure network protection through gateway mechanisms.

Shared

n/a

Agencies MUST ensure that: 1. all agency networks are protected from networks in other security domains by one or more gateways; 2. all gateways contain mechanisms to filter or limit data flow at the network and content level to only the information necessary for business purposes; and 3. all gateway components, discrete and virtual, are physically located within an appropriately secured server room.

19.1.11.C.02.

NZISM_v3.7_19.1.11.C.02.

NZISM v3.7 19.1.11.C.02.

Gateways

19.1.11.C.02. - To maintain security and integrity across domains.

Shared

n/a

For gateways between networks in different security domains, any shared components MUST be managed by the system owners of the highest security domain or by a mutually agreed party.

19.1.12.C.01.

NZISM_v3.7_19.1.12.C.01.

NZISM v3.7 19.1.12.C.01.

Gateways

19.1.12.C.01. - To minimize security risks and ensure effective control over network communications

Shared

n/a

Agencies MUST ensure that gateways: 1. are the only communications paths into and out of internal networks; 2. by default, deny all connections into and out of the network; 3. allow only explicitly authorised connections; 4. are managed via a secure path isolated from all connected networks (i.e. physically at the gateway or on a dedicated administration network); 5. provide sufficient logging and audit capabilities to detect information security incidents, attempted intrusions or anomalous usage patterns; and 6. provide real-time alerts.

19.1.14.C.01.

NZISM_v3.7_19.1.14.C.01.

NZISM v3.7 19.1.14.C.01.

Gateways

19.1.14.C.01. - To enhance security by segregating resources from the internal network.

Shared

n/a

Agencies MUST use demilitarised zones to house systems and information directly accessed externally.

19.1.14.C.02.

NZISM_v3.7_19.1.14.C.02.

NZISM v3.7 19.1.14.C.02.

Gateways

19.1.14.C.02. - To enhance security by segregating resources from the internal network.

Shared

n/a

Agencies SHOULD use demilitarised zones to house systems and information directly accessed externally.

19.1.19.C.01.

NZISM_v3.7_19.1.19.C.01.

NZISM v3.7 19.1.19.C.01.

Gateways

19.1.19.C.01. - To enhance security posture.

Shared

n/a

Agencies MUST limit access to gateway administration functions.

19.2.16.C.02.

NZISM_v3.7_19.2.16.C.02.

NZISM v3.7 19.2.16.C.02.

Cross Domain Solutions (CDS)

19.2.16.C.02. - To maintain security and prevent unauthorized access or disclosure of sensitive information.

Shared

n/a

Agencies MUST NOT implement a gateway permitting data to flow directly from: 1. a TOP SECRET network to any network below SECRET; 2. a SECRET network to an UNCLASSIFIED network; or 3. a CONFIDENTIAL network to an UNCLASSIFIED network.

19.2.18.C.01.

NZISM_v3.7_19.2.18.C.01.

NZISM v3.7 19.2.18.C.01.

Cross Domain Solutions (CDS)

19.2.18.C.01. - To enhance data security and prevent unauthorized access or leakage between classified networks and less classified networks.

Shared

n/a

Agencies MUST ensure that all bi-directional gateways between TOP SECRET and SECRET networks, SECRET and less classified networks, and CONFIDENTIAL and less classified networks, have separate upward and downward paths which use a diode and physically separate infrastructure for each path.

19.2.19.C.01.

NZISM_v3.7_19.2.19.C.01.

NZISM v3.7 19.2.19.C.01.

Cross Domain Solutions (CDS)

19.2.19.C.01. - To ensure the integrity and reliability of information accessed or received.

Shared

n/a

Trusted sources MUST be: 1. a strictly limited list derived from business requirements and the result of a security risk assessment; 2. where necessary an appropriate security clearance is held; and 3. approved by the Accreditation Authority.

PCI_DSS_v4.0.1

1.4.4

PCI_DSS_v4.0.1_1.4.4

PCI DSS v4.0.1 1.4.4

Install and Maintain Network Security Controls

System components that store cardholder data are not directly accessible from untrusted networks

Shared

n/a

Examine the data-flow diagram and network diagram to verify that it is documented that system components storing cardholder data are not directly accessible from the untrusted networks. Examine configurations of NSCs to verify that controls are implemented such that system components storing cardholder data are not directly accessible from untrusted networks

RMiT_v1.0

10.33

RMiT_v1.0_10.33

RMiT 10.33

Network Resilience

Network Resilience - 10.33

Shared

n/a

A financial institution must design a reliable, scalable and secure enterprise network that is able to support its business activities, including future growth plans.

link

A1.1

SOC_2023_A1.1

SOC 2023 A1.1

Additional Criteria for Availability

To effectively manage capacity demand and facilitate the implementation of additional capacity as needed.

Shared

n/a

The entity maintains, monitors, and evaluates current processing capacity and use of system components (infrastructure, data, and software) to manage capacity demand and to enable the implementation of additional capacity to help meet its objectives.

111

CC2.3

SOC_2023_CC2.3

SOC 2023 CC2.3

Information and Communication

To facilitate effective internal communication.

Shared

n/a

Entity to communicate with external parties regarding matters affecting the functioning of internal control.

218

CC5.3

SOC_2023_CC5.3

SOC 2023 CC5.3

Control Activities

To maintain alignment with organizational objectives and regulatory requirements.

Shared

n/a

Entity deploys control activities through policies that establish what is expected and in procedures that put policies into action by establishing Policies and Procedures to Support Deployment of Management’s Directives, Responsibility and Accountability for Executing Policies and Procedures, perform tasks in a timely manner, taking corrective actions, perform using competent personnel and reassess policies and procedures.

229

CC7.2

SOC_2023_CC7.2

SOC 2023 CC7.2

Systems Operations

To maintain robust security measures and ensure operational resilience.

Shared

n/a

The entity monitors system components and the operation of those components for anomalies that are indicative of malicious acts, natural disasters, and errors affecting the entity's ability to meet its objectives; anomalies are analysed to determine whether they represent security events.

167

CC7.4

SOC_2023_CC7.4

SOC 2023 CC7.4

Systems Operations

To effectively manage security incidents, minimize their impact, and protect assets, operations, and reputation.

Shared

n/a

The entity responds to identified security incidents by: a. Executing a defined incident-response program to understand, contain, remediate, and communicate security incidents by assigning roles and responsibilities; b. Establishing procedures to contain security incidents; c. Mitigating ongoing security incidents, End Threats Posed by Security Incidents; d. Restoring operations; e. Developing and Implementing Communication Protocols for Security Incidents; f. Obtains Understanding of Nature of Incident and Determines Containment Strategy; g. Remediation Identified Vulnerabilities; h. Communicating Remediation Activities; and, i. Evaluating the Effectiveness of Incident Response and periodic incident evaluations.

213

CC8.1

SOC_2023_CC8.1

SOC 2023 CC8.1

Change Management

To minimise risks, ensure quality, optimise efficiency, and enhance resilience in the face of change.

Shared

n/a

The entity authorizes, designs, develops or acquires, configures, documents, tests, approves, and implements changes to infrastructure, data, software, and procedures to meet its objectives by Managing Changes Throughout the System Life Cycle, authorizing changes, designing and developing changes, documenting all changes, tracking system changes, configuring software's, testing system changes, approving system changes, deploying system changes, identifying and evaluating system changes, creating baseline configurations for IT technologies and providing necessary changes in emergency situations.

147