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Azure_Security_Benchmark_v3.0

NS-6

Azure_Security_Benchmark_v3.0_NS-6

Microsoft cloud security benchmark NS-6

Network Security

Deploy web application firewall

Shared

**Security Principle:** Deploy a web application firewall (WAF) and configure the appropriate rules to protect your web applications and APIs from application-specific attacks. **Azure Guidance:** Use web application firewall (WAF) capabilities in Azure Application Gateway, Azure Front Door, and Azure Content Delivery Network (CDN) to protect your applications, services and APIs against application layer attacks at the edge of your network. Set your WAF in "detection" or "prevention mode," depending on your needs and threat landscape. Choose a built-in ruleset, such as OWASP Top 10 vulnerabilities, and tune it to your application. **Implementation and additional context:** How to deploy Azure WAF: https://docs.microsoft.com/azure/web-application-firewall/overview

n/a

Canada_Federal_PBMM_3-1-2020_AC_2(7)

AC_2(7)

Canada Federal PBMM 3-1-2020 AC 2(7)

Account Management

Account Management | Role-Based Schemes

Shared

1. The organization establishes and administers privileged user accounts in accordance with a role-based access scheme that organizes allowed information system access and privileges into roles; 2. The organization monitors privileged role assignments; and 3. The organization disables (or revokes) privileged user assignments within 24 hours or sooner when privileged role assignments are no longer appropriate.

To strengthen the security posture and safeguard sensitive data and critical resources.

Canada_Federal_PBMM_3-1-2020_AC_6

AC_6

Canada Federal PBMM 3-1-2020 AC 6

Least Privilege

Shared

The organization employs the principle of least privilege, allowing only authorized accesses for users (or processes acting on behalf of users) which are necessary to accomplish assigned tasks in accordance with organizational missions and business functions.

To mitigate the risk of unauthorized access, data breaches, and system compromises.

Canada_Federal_PBMM_3-1-2020_AC_6(1)

AC_6(1)

Canada Federal PBMM 3-1-2020 AC 6(1)

Least Privilege

Least Privilege | Authorize Access to Security Functions

Shared

The organization explicitly authorizes access to all security functions not publicly accessible and all security-relevant information not publicly available.

To ensure appropriate oversight and control over critical security measures and information.

Canada_Federal_PBMM_3-1-2020_AC_6(10)

AC_6(10)

Canada Federal PBMM 3-1-2020 AC 6(10)

Least Privilege

Least Privilege | Prohibit Non-Privileged Users from Executing Privileged Functions

Shared

The information system prevents non-privileged users from executing privileged functions to include disabling, circumventing, or altering implemented security safeguards/countermeasures.

To mitigate the risk of unauthorized access or malicious activities.

Canada_Federal_PBMM_3-1-2020_AC_6(2)

AC_6(2)

Canada Federal PBMM 3-1-2020 AC 6(2)

Least Privilege

Least Privilege | Non-Privileged Access for Non-Security Functions

Shared

The organization requires that users of information system accounts, or roles, with access to any security function, use non-privileged accounts or roles, when accessing non-security functions.

To enhance security measures and minimise the risk of unauthorized access or misuse of privileges.

Canada_Federal_PBMM_3-1-2020_AC_6(5)

AC_6(5)

Canada Federal PBMM 3-1-2020 AC 6(5)

Least Privilege

Least Privilege | Privileged Accounts

Shared

The organization restricts privileged accounts on the information system to the minimum number of personnel required to securely administer, manage, and protect the information systems.

To reduce the potential attack surface and enhance overall security posture.

Canada_Federal_PBMM_3-1-2020_AC_6(9)

AC_6(9)

Canada Federal PBMM 3-1-2020 AC 6(9)

Least Privilege

Least Privilege | Auditing Use of Privileged Functions

Shared

The information system audits the execution of privileged functions.

To enhance oversight and detect potential security breaches or unauthorized activities.

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.

124

Canada_Federal_PBMM_3-1-2020_CM_5(5)

CM_5(5)

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

Access Restrictions for Change

Access Restrictions for Change | Limit Production / Operational Privileges

Shared

1. The organization limits privileges to change information system components and system-related information within a production or operational environment; and 2. The organization reviews and re-evaluates privileges at least quarterly.

To maintain appropriate access controls.

Canada_Federal_PBMM_3-1-2020_CM_5(6)

CM_5(6)

Canada Federal PBMM 3-1-2020 CM 5(6)

Access Restrictions for Change

Access Restrictions for Change | Limit Library Privileges

Shared

The organization limits privileges to change software resident within software libraries.

To ensure controlled access to maintain integrity and security.

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.

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.

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.

101

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.

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.

SC.L1-3.13.1

CMMC_2.0_L2_SC.L1-3.13.1

404 not found

n/a

SC.L1-3.13.5

CMMC_2.0_L2_SC.L1-3.13.5

404 not found

n/a

SC.L2-3.13.2

CMMC_2.0_L2_SC.L2-3.13.2

404 not found

n/a

SC.L2-3.13.6

CMMC_2.0_L2_SC.L2-3.13.6

404 not found

n/a

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_SI.L1_3.14.2

SI.L1_3.14.2

Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification (CMMC) Level 2 v1.9.0 SI.L1 3.14.2

System and Information Integrity

Malicious Code Protection

Shared

Provide protection from malicious code at appropriate locations within organizational information systems.

To the integrity, confidentiality, and availability of information assets.

CMMC_L2_v1.9.0_SI.L1_3.14.4

SI.L1_3.14.4

Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification (CMMC) Level 2 v1.9.0 SI.L1 3.14.4

System and Information Integrity

Update Malicious Code Protection

Shared

Update malicious code protection mechanisms when new releases are available.

To effectively defend against new and evolving malware threats, minimize the risk of infections, and maintain the security of their information systems and data.

CMMC_L2_v1.9.0_SI.L1_3.14.5

SI.L1_3.14.5

Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification (CMMC) Level 2 v1.9.0 SI.L1 3.14.5

System and Information Integrity

System & File Scanning

Shared

Perform periodic scans of the information system and real time scans of files from external sources as files are downloaded, opened, or executed.

To identify and mitigate security risks, prevent malware infections and minimise the impact of security breaches.

CM.2.064

CMMC_L3_CM.2.064

CMMC L3 CM.2.064

Configuration Management

Establish and enforce security configuration settings for information technology products employed in organizational systems.

Shared

Microsoft and the customer share responsibilities for implementing this requirement.

Configuration settings are the set of parameters that can be changed in hardware, software, or firmware components of the system that affect the security posture or functionality of the system. Information technology products for which security-related configuration settings can be defined include mainframe computers, servers, workstations, input and output devices (e.g., scanners, copiers, and printers), network components (e.g., firewalls, routers, gateways, voice and data switches, wireless access points, network appliances, sensors), operating systems, middleware, and applications. Security parameters are those parameters impacting the security state of systems including the parameters required to satisfy other security requirements. Security parameters include: registry settings; account, file, directory permission settings; and settings for functions, ports, protocols, and remote connections. Organizations establish organization-wide configuration settings and subsequently derive specific configuration settings for systems. The established settings become part of the systems configuration baseline. Common secure configurations (also referred to as security configuration checklists, lockdown and hardening guides, security reference guides, security technical implementation guides) provide recognized, standardized, and established benchmarks that stipulate secure configuration settings for specific information technology platforms/products and instructions for configuring those system components to meet operational requirements. Common secure configurations can be developed by a variety of organizations including information technology product developers, manufacturers, vendors, consortia, academia, industry, federal agencies, and other organizations in the public and private sectors.

IR.2.093

CMMC_L3_IR.2.093

CMMC L3 IR.2.093

Incident Response

Detect and report events.

Shared

Microsoft and the customer share responsibilities for implementing this requirement.

The monitoring, identification, and reporting of events are the foundation for incident identification and commence the incident life cycle. Events potentially affect the productivity of organizational assets and, in turn, associated services. These events must be captured and analyzed so that the organization can determine whether an event will become (or has become) an incident that requires organizational action. The extent to which an organization can identify events improves its ability to manage and control incidents and their potential effects.

SC.1.175

CMMC_L3_SC.1.175

CMMC L3 SC.1.175

System and Communications Protection

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

Shared

Microsoft and the customer share responsibilities for implementing this requirement.

Communications can be monitored, controlled, and protected at boundary components and by restricting or prohibiting interfaces in organizational systems. Boundary components include gateways, routers, firewalls, guards, network-based malicious code analysis and virtualization systems, or encrypted tunnels implemented within a system security architecture (e.g., routers protecting firewalls or application gateways residing on protected subnetworks). Restricting or prohibiting interfaces in organizational systems includes restricting external web communications traffic to designated web servers within managed interfaces and prohibiting external traffic that appears to be spoofing internal addresses. Organizations consider the shared nature of commercial telecommunications services in the implementation of security requirements associated with the use of such services. Commercial telecommunications services are commonly based on network components and consolidated management systems shared by all attached commercial customers and may also include third party-provided access lines and other service elements. Such transmission services may represent sources of increased risk despite contract security provisions.

SC.3.183

CMMC_L3_SC.3.183

CMMC L3 SC.3.183

System and Communications Protection

Deny network communications traffic by default and allow network communications traffic by exception (i.e., deny all, permit by exception).

Shared

Microsoft and the customer share responsibilities for implementing this requirement.

This requirement applies to inbound and outbound network communications traffic at the system boundary and at identified points within the system. A deny-all, permit-by-exception network communications traffic policy ensures that only those connections which are essential and approved are allowed.

SI.2.216

CMMC_L3_SI.2.216

CMMC L3 SI.2.216

System and Information Integrity

Monitor organizational systems, including inbound and outbound communications traffic, to detect attacks and indicators of potential attacks.

Shared

Microsoft and the customer share responsibilities for implementing this requirement.

System monitoring includes external and internal monitoring. External monitoring includes the observation of events occurring at the system boundary (i.e., part of perimeter defense and boundary protection). Internal monitoring includes the observation of events occurring within the system. Organizations can monitor systems, for example, by observing audit record activities in real time or by observing other system aspects such as access patterns, characteristics of access, and other actions. The monitoring objectives may guide determination of the events. System monitoring capability is achieved through a variety of tools and techniques (e.g., intrusion detection systems, intrusion prevention systems, malicious code protection software, scanning tools, audit record monitoring software, network monitoring software). Strategic locations for monitoring devices include selected perimeter locations and near server farms supporting critical applications, with such devices being employed at managed system interfaces. The granularity of monitoring information collected is based on organizational monitoring objectives and the capability of systems to support such objectives. System monitoring is an integral part of continuous monitoring and incident response programs. Output from system monitoring serves as input to continuous monitoring and incident response programs. A network connection is any connection with a device that communicates through a network (e.g., local area network, Internet). A remote connection is any connection with a device communicating through an external network (e.g., the Internet). Local, network, and remote connections can be either wired or wireless. Unusual or unauthorized activities or conditions related to inbound/outbound communications traffic include internal traffic that indicates the presence of malicious code in systems or propagating among system components, the unauthorized exporting of information, or signaling to external systems. Evidence of malicious code is used to identify potentially compromised systems or system components. System monitoring requirements, including the need for specific types of system monitoring, may be referenced in other requirements.

CCC_03

CSA_v4.0.12_CCC_03

CSA Cloud Controls Matrix v4.0.12 CCC 03

Change Control and Configuration Management

Change Management Technology

Shared

n/a

Manage the risks associated with applying changes to organization assets, including application, systems, infrastructure, configuration, etc., regardless of whether the assets are managed internally or externally (i.e., outsourced).

CCC_04

CSA_v4.0.12_CCC_04

CSA Cloud Controls Matrix v4.0.12 CCC 04

Change Control and Configuration Management

Unauthorized Change Protection

Shared

n/a

Restrict the unauthorized addition, removal, update, and management of organization assets.

CEK_03

CSA_v4.0.12_CEK_03

CSA Cloud Controls Matrix v4.0.12 CEK 03

Cryptography, Encryption & Key Management

Data Encryption

Shared

n/a

Provide cryptographic protection to data at-rest and in-transit, using cryptographic libraries certified to approved standards.

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.

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.

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.

IAM_07

CSA_v4.0.12_IAM_07

CSA Cloud Controls Matrix v4.0.12 IAM 07

Identity & Access Management

User Access Changes and Revocation

Shared

n/a

De-provision or respectively modify access of movers / leavers or system identity changes in a timely manner in order to effectively adopt and communicate identity and access management policies.

IVS_07

CSA_v4.0.12_IVS_07

CSA Cloud Controls Matrix v4.0.12 IVS 07

Infrastructure & Virtualization Security

Migration to Cloud Environments

Shared

n/a

Use secure and encrypted communication channels when migrating servers, services, applications, or data to cloud environments. Such channels must include only up-to-date and approved protocols.

TVM_04

CSA_v4.0.12_TVM_04

CSA Cloud Controls Matrix v4.0.12 TVM 04

Threat & Vulnerability Management

Detection Updates

Shared

n/a

Define, implement and evaluate processes, procedures and technical measures to update detection tools, threat signatures, and indicators of compromise on a weekly, or more frequent basis.

TVM_07

CSA_v4.0.12_TVM_07

CSA Cloud Controls Matrix v4.0.12 TVM 07

Threat & Vulnerability Management

Vulnerability Identification

Shared

n/a

Define, implement and evaluate processes, procedures and technical measures for the detection of vulnerabilities on organizationally managed assets at least monthly.

Cyber_Essentials_v3.1

Cyber_Essentials_v3.1_1

Cyber Essentials v3.1 1

Cyber Essentials

Firewalls

Shared

n/a

Aim: to make sure that only secure and necessary network services can be accessed from the internet.

Cyber_Essentials_v3.1

Cyber_Essentials_v3.1_3

Cyber Essentials v3.1 3

Cyber Essentials

Security Update Management

Shared

n/a

Aim: ensure that devices and software are not vulnerable to known security issues for which fixes are available.

Cyber_Essentials_v3.1

Cyber_Essentials_v3.1_5

Cyber Essentials v3.1 5

Cyber Essentials

Malware protection

Shared

n/a

Aim: to restrict execution of known malware and untrusted software, from causing damage or accessing data.

EU_2555_(NIS2)_2022_11

EU 2022/2555 (NIS2) 2022 11

Requirements, technical capabilities and tasks of CSIRTs

Shared

n/a

Outlines the requirements, technical capabilities, and tasks of CSIRTs.

EU_2555_(NIS2)_2022_12

EU 2022/2555 (NIS2) 2022 12

Coordinated vulnerability disclosure and a European vulnerability database

Shared

n/a

Establishes a coordinated vulnerability disclosure process and a European vulnerability database.

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.

193

EU_2555_(NIS2)_2022_29

EU 2022/2555 (NIS2) 2022 29

Cybersecurity information-sharing arrangements

Shared

n/a

Allows entities to exchange relevant cybersecurity information on a voluntary basis.

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

310

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

310

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

310

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

310

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.

110

FBI_Criminal_Justice_Information_Services_v5.9.5_5.11

.11

FBI Criminal Justice Information Services (CJIS) v5.9.5 5.11

Policy and Implementation - Formal Audits

Policy Area 11: Formal Audits

Shared

Internal compliance checklists should be regularly kept updated with respect to applicable statutes, regulations, policies and on the basis of findings in audit.

Formal audits are conducted to ensure compliance with applicable statutes, regulations and policies.

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.

FBI_Criminal_Justice_Information_Services_v5.9.5_5.7

404 not found

n/a

FedRAMP_High_R4

SC-5

FedRAMP_High_R4_SC-5

FedRAMP High SC-5

System And Communications Protection

Denial Of Service Protection

Shared

n/a

The information system protects against or limits the effects of the following types of denial of service attacks: [Assignment: organization-defined types of denial of service attacks or reference to source for such information] by employing [Assignment: organization-defined security safeguards]. Supplemental Guidance: A variety of technologies exist to limit, or in some cases, eliminate the effects of denial of service attacks. For example, boundary protection devices can filter certain types of packets to protect information system components on internal organizational networks from being directly affected by denial of service attacks. Employing increased capacity and bandwidth combined with service redundancy may also reduce the susceptibility to denial of service attacks. Related controls: SC-6, SC-7. References: None.

FedRAMP_High_R4

SC-7

FedRAMP_High_R4_SC-7

FedRAMP High SC-7

System And Communications Protection

Boundary Protection

Shared

n/a

The information system: a. Monitors and controls communications at the external boundary of the system and at key internal boundaries within the system; b. Implements subnetworks for publicly accessible system components that are [Selection: physically; logically] separated from internal organizational networks; and c. Connects to external networks or information systems only through managed interfaces consisting of boundary protection devices arranged in accordance with an organizational security architecture. Supplemental Guidance: Managed interfaces include, for example, gateways, routers, firewalls, guards, network-based malicious code analysis and virtualization systems, or encrypted tunnels implemented within a security architecture (e.g., routers protecting firewalls or application gateways residing on protected subnetworks). Subnetworks that are physically or logically separated from internal networks are referred to as demilitarized zones or DMZs. Restricting or prohibiting interfaces within organizational information systems includes, for example, restricting external web traffic to designated web servers within managed interfaces and prohibiting external traffic that appears to be spoofing internal addresses. Organizations consider the shared nature of commercial telecommunications services in the implementation of security controls associated with the use of such services. Commercial telecommunications services are commonly based on network components and consolidated management systems shared by all attached commercial customers, and may also include third party-provided access lines and other service elements. Such transmission services may represent sources of increased risk despite contract security provisions. Related controls: AC-4, AC-17, CA-3, CM-7, CP-8, IR-4, RA-3, SC-5, SC-13. References: FIPS Publication 199; NIST Special Publications 800-41, 800-77.

FedRAMP_High_R4

SC-7(3)

FedRAMP_High_R4_SC-7(3)

FedRAMP High SC-7 (3)

System And Communications Protection

Access Points

Shared

n/a

The organization limits the number of external network connections to the information system. Supplemental Guidance: Limiting the number of external network connections facilitates more comprehensive monitoring of inbound and outbound communications traffic. The Trusted Internet Connection (TIC) initiative is an example of limiting the number of external network connections.

FedRAMP_Moderate_R4

SC-5

FedRAMP_Moderate_R4_SC-5

FedRAMP Moderate SC-5

System And Communications Protection

Denial Of Service Protection

Shared

n/a

FedRAMP_Moderate_R4

SC-7

FedRAMP_Moderate_R4_SC-7

FedRAMP Moderate SC-7

System And Communications Protection

Boundary Protection

Shared

n/a

FedRAMP_Moderate_R4_SC-7(3)

FedRAMP_Moderate_R4

SC-7(3)

FedRAMP Moderate SC-7 (3)

System And Communications Protection

Access Points

Shared

n/a

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

3.2.3

FFIEC_CAT_2017_3.2.3

FFIEC CAT 2017 3.2.3

Cybersecurity Controls

Event Detection

Shared

n/a

- A normal network activity baseline is established. - Mechanisms (e.g., antivirus alerts, log event alerts) are in place to alert management to potential attacks. - Processes are in place to monitor for the presence of unauthorized users, devices, connections, and software. - Responsibilities for monitoring and reporting suspicious systems activity have been assigned. - The physical environment is monitored to detect potential unauthorized access.

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.l

HITRUST_CSF_v11.3_01.l

HITRUST CSF v11.3 01.l

Network Access Control

Prevent unauthorized access to networked services.

Shared

Ports, services, and applications installed on a computer or network systems, which are not specifically required for business functionality, to be disabled or removed.

Physical and logical access to diagnostic and configuration ports shall be controlled.

01.m

HITRUST_CSF_v11.3_01.m

HITRUST CSF v11.3 01.m

Network Access Control

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

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.

09.ab

HITRUST_CSF_v11.3_09.ab

HITRUST CSF v11.3 09.ab

Monitoring

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.

113

09.h

HITRUST_CSF_v11.3_09.h

HITRUST CSF v11.3 09.h

System Planning and Acceptance

Ensure that systems meet the businesses current and projected needs to minimize failures.

Shared

Use of information systems resources is to be monitored.

The availability of adequate capacity and resources shall be planned, prepared, and managed to deliver the required system performance. Projections of future capacity requirements shall be made to mitigate the risk of system overload.

09.j

HITRUST_CSF_v11.3_09.j

HITRUST CSF v11.3 09.j

Protection Against Malicious and Mobile Code

Ensure that integrity of information and software is protected from malicious or unauthorized code

Shared

1. Technologies are to be implemented for timely installation, upgrade and renewal of anti-malware protective measures. 2. Automatic periodic scans of information systems is to be implemented. 3. Anti-malware software that offers a centralized infrastructure that compiles information on file reputations is to be implemented. 4. Post-malicious code update, signature deployment, scanning files, email, and web traffic is to be verified by automated systems, while BYOD users require anti-malware, network-based malware detection is to be used on servers without host-based solutions use. 5. Anti-malware audit logs checks to be performed. 6. Protection against malicious code is to be based on malicious code detection and repair software, security awareness, appropriate system access, and change management controls.

Detection, prevention, and recovery controls shall be implemented to protect against malicious code, and appropriate user awareness procedures on malicious code shall be provided.

09.m

HITRUST_CSF_v11.3_09.m

HITRUST CSF v11.3 09.m

Network Security Management

Ensure the protection of information in networks and protection of the supporting network infrastructure.

Shared

1. Vendor default encryption keys, default SNMP community strings on wireless devices, default passwords/passphrases on access points, and other security-related wireless vendor defaults is to be changed prior to authorization of implementation of wireless access points. 2. Wireless encryption keys to be changed when anyone with knowledge of the keys leaves or changes. 3. All authorized and unauthorized wireless access to the information system is to be monitored and installation of wireless access points (WAP) is to be prohibited unless explicitly authorized.

Networks shall be managed and controlled in order to protect the organization from threats and to maintain security for the systems and applications using the network, including information in transit.

09.w

HITRUST_CSF_v11.3_09.w

HITRUST CSF v11.3 09.w

Exchange of Information

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.

10.c

HITRUST_CSF_v11.3_10.c

HITRUST CSF v11.3 10.c

Correct Processing in Applications

Incorporate validation checks into applications to detect any corruption of information through processing errors or deliberate acts.

Shared

Data integrity controls which manage changes, prevent sequencing errors, ensure recovery from failures, and protect against buffer overrun attacks are to be implemented.

Validation checks shall be incorporated into applications to detect any corruption of information through processing errors or deliberate acts.

New_Zealand_ISM_18.4.8.C.01

10.m

HITRUST_CSF_v11.3_10.m

HITRUST CSF v11.3 10.m

Technical Vulnerability Management

Reduce the risks resulting from exploitation of published technical vulnerabilities, technical vulnerability management shall be implemented in an effective, systematic, and repeatable way with measurements taken to confirm its effectiveness.

Shared

1. The necessary secure services, protocols required for the function of the system are to be enabled. 2. Security features to be implemented for any required services that are considered to be insecure. 3. Laptops, workstations, and servers to be configured so they will not auto-run content from removable media. 4. Configuration standards to be consistent with industry-accepted system hardening standards. 5. An enterprise security posture review within every 365 days is to be conducted. 6. Vulnerability scanning tools to be regularly updated with all relevant information system vulnerabilities.

Timely information about technical vulnerabilities of information systems being used shall be obtained; the organization’s exposure to such vulnerabilities evaluated; and appropriate measures taken to address the associated risk.

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.

ISO_IEC_27002_2022

8.7

ISO_IEC_27002_2022_8.7

ISO IEC 27002 2022 8.7

Identifying, Protection, Preventive Control

Protection against malware

Shared

Protection against malware should be implemented and supported by appropriate user awareness.

To ensure information and other associated assets are protected against malware.

mp.com.1 Secure perimeter

404 not found

n/a

mp.s.3 Protection of web browsing

404 not found

n/a

New_Zealand_ISM

18.4.8.C.01

18. Network security

18.4.8.C.01 IDS/IPSs on gateways

n/a

Agencies SHOULD deploy IDS/IPSs in all gateways between the agency’s networks and unsecure public networks or BYOD wireless networks.

NIS2

PV._Posture_and_Vulnerability_Management_5

NIS2_PV._Posture_and_Vulnerability_Management_5

PV. Posture and Vulnerability Management

Security in network and information systems acquisition, development and maintenance, including vulnerability handling and disclosure

n/a

missing value

NIST_SP_800-171_R2_3.13.1

.13.1

NIST SP 800-171 R2 3.13.1

System and Communications Protection

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

Shared

Microsoft and the customer share responsibilities for implementing this requirement.

NIST_SP_800-171_R2_3.13.2

.13.2

NIST SP 800-171 R2 3.13.2

System and Communications Protection

Employ architectural designs, software development techniques, and systems engineering principles that promote effective information security within organizational systems.

Shared

Microsoft and the customer share responsibilities for implementing this requirement.

Organizations apply systems security engineering principles to new development systems or systems undergoing major upgrades. For legacy systems, organizations apply systems security engineering principles to system upgrades and modifications to the extent feasible, given the current state of hardware, software, and firmware components within those systems. The application of systems security engineering concepts and principles helps to develop trustworthy, secure, and resilient systems and system components and reduce the susceptibility of organizations to disruptions, hazards, and threats. Examples of these concepts and principles include developing layered protections; establishing security policies, architecture, and controls as the foundation for design; incorporating security requirements into the system development life cycle; delineating physical and logical security boundaries; ensuring that developers are trained on how to build secure software; and performing threat modeling to identify use cases, threat agents, attack vectors and patterns, design patterns, and compensating controls needed to mitigate risk. Organizations that apply security engineering concepts and principles can facilitate the development of trustworthy, secure systems, system components, and system services; reduce risk to acceptable levels; and make informed risk-management decisions. [SP 800-160-1] provides guidance on systems security engineering.

NIST_SP_800-171_R2_3.13.5

.13.5

NIST SP 800-171 R2 3.13.5

System and Communications Protection

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

Shared

Microsoft and the customer share responsibilities for implementing this requirement.

Subnetworks that are physically or logically separated from internal networks are referred to as demilitarized zones (DMZs). DMZs are typically implemented with boundary control devices and techniques that include routers, gateways, firewalls, virtualization, or cloud-based technologies. [SP 800-41] provides guidance on firewalls and firewall policy. [SP 800-125B] provides guidance on security for virtualization technologies

NIST_SP_800-171_R2_3.13.6

.13.6

NIST SP 800-171 R2 3.13.6

System and Communications Protection

Deny network communications traffic by default and allow network communications traffic by exception (i.e., deny all, permit by exception).

Shared

Microsoft and the customer share responsibilities for implementing this requirement.

.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_3.14.2

.14.2

NIST 800-171 R3 3.14.2

System and Information Integrity Control

Malicious Code Protection

Shared

Malicious code insertions occur through the exploitation of system vulnerabilities. Periodic scans of the system and real-time scans of files from external sources as files are downloaded, opened, or executed can detect malicious code. Malicious code can be inserted into the system in many ways, including by email, the Internet, and portable storage devices. Malicious code includes viruses, worms, Trojan horses, and spyware. Malicious code can be encoded in various formats, contained in compressed or hidden files, or hidden in files using techniques such as steganography. In addition to the above technologies, pervasive configuration management, comprehensive software integrity controls, and anti-exploitation software may be effective in preventing the execution of unauthorized code. Malicious code may be present in commercial off-the-shelf software and custom-built software and could include logic bombs, backdoors, and other types of attacks that could affect organizational mission and business functions. If malicious code cannot be detected by detection methods or technologies, organizations can rely on secure coding practices, configuration management and control, trusted procurement processes, and monitoring practices to help ensure that the software only performs intended functions. Organizations may determine that different actions are warranted in response to the detection of malicious code. For example, organizations can define actions to be taken in response to malicious code detection during scans, the detection of malicious downloads, or the detection of maliciousness when attempting to open or execute files.

a. Implement malicious code protection mechanisms at designated locations within the system to detect and eradicate malicious code. b. Update malicious code protection mechanisms as new releases are available in accordance with configuration management policy and procedures. c. Configure malicious code protection mechanisms to: 1. Perform scans of the system [Assignment: organization-defined frequency] and real-time scans of files from external sources at endpoints or network entry and exit points as the files are downloaded, opened, or executed; and 2. Block malicious code, quarantine malicious code, or take other actions in response to malicious code detection.

.4.6

NIST_SP_800-171_R3_3.4.6

404 not found

n/a

NIST_SP_800-53_R4

SC-5

NIST_SP_800-53_R4_SC-5

NIST SP 800-53 Rev. 4 SC-5

System And Communications Protection

Denial Of Service Protection

Shared

n/a

NIST_SP_800-53_R4

SC-7

NIST_SP_800-53_R4_SC-7

NIST SP 800-53 Rev. 4 SC-7

System And Communications Protection

Boundary Protection

Shared

n/a

NIST_SP_800-53_R4_SC-7(3)

NIST_SP_800-53_R4

SC-7(3)

NIST SP 800-53 Rev. 4 SC-7 (3)

System And Communications Protection

Access Points

Shared

n/a

NIST_SP_800-53_R5.1.1_AC.4

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_CM.7

CM.7

NIST SP 800-53 R5.1.1 CM.7

Configuration Management Control

Least Functionality

Shared

a. Configure the system to provide only [Assignment: organization-defined mission essential capabilities]; and b. Prohibit or restrict the use of the following functions, ports, protocols, software, and/or services: [Assignment: organization-defined prohibited or restricted functions, system ports, protocols, software, and/or services].

Systems provide a wide variety of functions and services. Some of the functions and services routinely provided by default may not be necessary to support essential organizational missions, functions, or operations. Additionally, it is sometimes convenient to provide multiple services from a single system component, but doing so increases risk over limiting the services provided by that single component. Where feasible, organizations limit component functionality to a single function per component. Organizations consider removing unused or unnecessary software and disabling unused or unnecessary physical and logical ports and protocols to prevent unauthorized connection of components, transfer of information, and tunneling. Organizations employ network scanning tools, intrusion detection and prevention systems, and end-point protection technologies, such as firewalls and host-based intrusion detection systems, to identify and prevent the use of prohibited functions, protocols, ports, and services. Least functionality can also be achieved as part of the fundamental design and development of the system (see SA-8, SC-2, and SC-3).

NIST_SP_800-53_R5.1.1_SC.5

SC.5

NIST SP 800-53 R5.1.1 SC.5

System and Communications Protection

Denial-of-service Protection

Shared

a. [Selection: Protect against; Limit] the effects of the following types of denial-of-service events: [Assignment: organization-defined types of denial-of-service events]; and b. Employ the following controls to achieve the denial-of-service objective: [Assignment: organization-defined controls by type of denial-of-service event].

Denial-of-service events may occur due to a variety of internal and external causes, such as an attack by an adversary or a lack of planning to support organizational needs with respect to capacity and bandwidth. Such attacks can occur across a wide range of network protocols (e.g., IPv4, IPv6). A variety of technologies are available to limit or eliminate the origination and effects of denial-of-service events. For example, boundary protection devices can filter certain types of packets to protect system components on internal networks from being directly affected by or the source of denial-of-service attacks. Employing increased network capacity and bandwidth combined with service redundancy also reduces the susceptibility to denial-of-service events.

NIST_SP_800-53_R5.1.1_SC.7

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_SI.3

SI.3

NIST SP 800-53 R5.1.1 SI.3

System and Information Integrity Control

Malicious Code Protection

Shared

a. Implement [Selection (one or more): signature based; non-signature based] malicious code protection mechanisms at system entry and exit points to detect and eradicate malicious code; b. Automatically update malicious code protection mechanisms as new releases are available in accordance with organizational configuration management policy and procedures; c. Configure malicious code protection mechanisms to: 1. Perform periodic scans of the system [Assignment: organization-defined frequency] and real-time scans of files from external sources at [Selection (one or more): endpoint; network entry and exit points] as the files are downloaded, opened, or executed in accordance with organizational policy; and 2. [Selection (one or more): block malicious code; quarantine malicious code; take [Assignment: organization-defined action] ]; and send alert to [Assignment: organization-defined personnel or roles] in response to malicious code detection; and d. Address the receipt of false positives during malicious code detection and eradication and the resulting potential impact on the availability of the system.

System entry and exit points include firewalls, remote access servers, workstations, electronic mail servers, web servers, proxy servers, notebook computers, and mobile devices. Malicious code includes viruses, worms, Trojan horses, and spyware. Malicious code can also be encoded in various formats contained within compressed or hidden files or hidden in files using techniques such as steganography. Malicious code can be inserted into systems in a variety of ways, including by electronic mail, the world-wide web, and portable storage devices. Malicious code insertions occur through the exploitation of system vulnerabilities. A variety of technologies and methods exist to limit or eliminate the effects of malicious code. Malicious code protection mechanisms include both signature- and nonsignature-based technologies. Nonsignature-based detection mechanisms include artificial intelligence techniques that use heuristics to detect, analyze, and describe the characteristics or behavior of malicious code and to provide controls against such code for which signatures do not yet exist or for which existing signatures may not be effective. Malicious code for which active signatures do not yet exist or may be ineffective includes polymorphic malicious code (i.e., code that changes signatures when it replicates). Nonsignature-based mechanisms also include reputation-based technologies. In addition to the above technologies, pervasive configuration management, comprehensive software integrity controls, and anti-exploitation software may be effective in preventing the execution of unauthorized code. Malicious code may be present in commercial off-the-shelf software as well as custom-built software and could include logic bombs, backdoors, and other types of attacks that could affect organizational mission and business functions. In situations where malicious code cannot be detected by detection methods or technologies, organizations rely on other types of controls, including secure coding practices, configuration management and control, trusted procurement processes, and monitoring practices to ensure that software does not perform functions other than the functions intended. Organizations may determine that, in response to the detection of malicious code, different actions may be warranted. For example, organizations can define actions in response to malicious code detection during periodic scans, the detection of malicious downloads, or the detection of maliciousness when attempting to open or execute files.

NIST_SP_800-53_R5.1.1_SI.7

SI.7

NIST SP 800-53 R5.1.1 SI.7

System and Information Integrity Control

Software, Firmware, and Information Integrity

Shared

a. Employ integrity verification tools to detect unauthorized changes to the following software, firmware, and information: [Assignment: organization-defined software, firmware, and information]; and b. Take the following actions when unauthorized changes to the software, firmware, and information are detected: [Assignment: organization-defined actions].

Unauthorized changes to software, firmware, and information can occur due to errors or malicious activity. Software includes operating systems (with key internal components, such as kernels or drivers), middleware, and applications. Firmware interfaces include Unified Extensible Firmware Interface (UEFI) and Basic Input/Output System (BIOS). Information includes personally identifiable information and metadata that contains security and privacy attributes associated with information. Integrity-checking mechanisms—including parity checks, cyclical redundancy checks, cryptographic hashes, and associated tools—can automatically monitor the integrity of systems and hosted applications.

NIST_SP_800-53_R5

SC-5

NIST_SP_800-53_R5_SC-5

NIST SP 800-53 Rev. 5 SC-5

System and Communications Protection

Denial-of-service Protection

Shared

n/a

a. [Selection: Protect against;Limit] the effects of the following types of denial-of-service events: [Assignment: organization-defined types of denial-of-service events]; and b. Employ the following controls to achieve the denial-of-service objective: [Assignment: organization-defined controls by type of denial-of-service event].

NIST_SP_800-53_R5

SC-7

NIST_SP_800-53_R5_SC-7

NIST SP 800-53 Rev. 5 SC-7

System and Communications Protection

Boundary Protection

Shared

n/a

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.

NIST_SP_800-53_R5_SC-7(3)

NIST_SP_800-53_R5

SC-7(3)

NIST SP 800-53 Rev. 5 SC-7 (3)

System and Communications Protection

Access Points

Shared

n/a

Limit the number of external network connections to the system.

NZ_ISM_v3.5

NS-8

NZ_ISM_v3.5_NS-8

NZISM Security Benchmark NS-8

Network security

18.4.8 IDS/IPSs on gateways

Customer

n/a

If the firewall is configured to block all traffic on a particular range of port numbers, then the IDS should inspect traffic for these port numbers and alert if they are detected.

NZISM_Security_Benchmark_v1.1

NS-7

NZISM_Security_Benchmark_v1.1_NS-7

NZISM Security Benchmark NS-7

Network security

18.4.8 IDS/IPSs on gateways

Customer

Agencies SHOULD deploy IDS/IPSs in all gateways between the agency’s networks and unsecure public networks or BYOD wireless networks. Agencies SHOULD deploy IDS/IPSs at all gateways between the agency’s networks and any network not managed by the agency. Agencies SHOULD locate IDS/IPSs within the gateway environment, immediately inside the outermost firewall.

If the firewall is configured to block all traffic on a particular range of port numbers, then the IDS should inspect traffic for these port numbers and alert if they are detected.

14.1.8.C.01.

NZISM_v3.7_14.1.8.C.01.

NZISM v3.7 14.1.8.C.01.

Standard Operating Environments

14.1.8.C.01. - minimise vulnerabilities and enhance system security

Shared

n/a

Agencies SHOULD develop a hardened SOE for workstations and servers, covering: 1. removal of unneeded software and operating system components; 2. removal or disabling of unneeded services, ports and BIOS settings; 3. disabling of unused or undesired functionality in software and operating systems; 4. implementation of access controls on relevant objects to limit system users and programs to the minimum access required; 5. installation of antivirus and anti-malware software; 6. installation of software-based firewalls limiting inbound and outbound network connections; 7. configuration of either remote logging or the transfer of local event logs to a central server; and 8. protection of audit and other logs through the use of a one way pipe to reduce likelihood of compromise key transaction records.

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. - 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. - 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. - 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. - 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. - 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.01.

NZISM_v3.7_17.8.10.C.01.

NZISM v3.7 17.8.10.C.01.

Internet Protocol Security (IPSec)

17.8.10.C.01. - enhance overall cybersecurity posture.

Shared

n/a

Agencies SHOULD use tunnel mode for IPSec connections.

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. - 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. - 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. - 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. - 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. - 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. - 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. - 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.

22.3.11.C.01.

NZISM_v3.7_22.3.11.C.01.

NZISM v3.7 22.3.11.C.01.

Virtual Local Area Networks

22.3.11.C.01. - ensure data security and integrity.

Shared

n/a

Unused ports on the switches MUST be disabled.

22.3.11.C.02.

NZISM_v3.7_22.3.11.C.02.

NZISM v3.7 22.3.11.C.02.

Virtual Local Area Networks

22.3.11.C.02. - ensure data security and integrity.

Shared

n/a

Unused ports on the switches SHOULD be disabled.

1.2.5

PCI_DSS_v4.0.1_1.2.5

PCI DSS v4.0.1 1.2.5

Install and Maintain Network Security Controls

All services, protocols, and ports allowed are identified, approved, and have a defined business need

Shared

n/a

Examine documentation to verify that a list exists of all allowed services, protocols, and ports, including business justification and approval for each. Examine configuration settings for NSCs to verify that only approved services, protocols, and ports are in use

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

10.3.4

PCI_DSS_v4.0.1_10.3.4

PCI DSS v4.0.1 10.3.4

Log and Monitor All Access to System Components and Cardholder Data

Log Integrity Monitoring

Shared

n/a

File integrity monitoring or change-detection mechanisms is used on audit logs to ensure that existing log data cannot be changed without generating alerts.

11.5.2

PCI_DSS_v4.0.1_11.5.2

PCI DSS v4.0.1 11.5.2

Test Security of Systems and Networks Regularly

Change-Detection Mechanism Deployment

Shared

n/a

A change-detection mechanism (for example, file integrity monitoring tools) is deployed as follows: • To alert personnel to unauthorized modification (including changes, additions, and deletions) of critical files. • To perform critical file comparisons at least once weekly.

2.2.4

PCI_DSS_v4.0.1_2.2.4

PCI DSS v4.0.1 2.2.4

Apply Secure Configurations to All System Components

Only necessary services, protocols, daemons, and functions are enabled, and all unnecessary functionality is removed or disabled

Shared

n/a

Examine system configuration standards to verify necessary services, protocols, daemons, and functions are identified and documented. Examine system configurations to verify the following: All unnecessary functionality is removed or disabled. Only required functionality, as documented in the configuration standards, is enabled

5.2.1

PCI_DSS_v4.0.1_5.2.1

PCI DSS v4.0.1 5.2.1

Protect All Systems and Networks from Malicious Software

An anti-malware solution(s) is deployed on all system components, except for those system components identified in periodic evaluations per Requirement 5.2.3 that concludes the system components are not at risk from malware

Shared

n/a

Examine system components to verify that an anti-malware solution(s) is deployed on all system components, except for those determined to not be at risk from malware based on periodic evaluations per Requirement 5.2.3. For any system components without an anti-malware solution, examine the periodic evaluations to verify the component was evaluated and the evaluation concludes that the component is not at risk from malware

5.2.2

PCI_DSS_v4.0.1_5.2.2

PCI DSS v4.0.1 5.2.2

Protect All Systems and Networks from Malicious Software

The deployed anti-malware solution(s) detects all known types of malware and removes, blocks, or contains all known types of malware

Shared

n/a

Examine vendor documentation and configurations of the anti-malware solution(s) to verify that the solution detects all known types of malware and removes, blocks, or contains all known types of malware

5.2.3

PCI_DSS_v4.0.1_5.2.3

PCI DSS v4.0.1 5.2.3

Protect All Systems and Networks from Malicious Software

Any system components that are not at risk for malware are evaluated periodically to include the following: a documented list of all system components not at risk for malware, identification and evaluation of evolving malware threats for those system components, confirmation whether such system components continue to not require anti-malware protection

Shared

n/a

Examine documented policies and procedures to verify that a process is defined for periodic evaluations of any system components that are not at risk for malware that includes all elements specified in this requirement. Interview personnel to verify that the evaluations include all elements specified in this requirement. Examine the list of system components identified as not at risk of malware and compare to the system components without an anti-malware solution deployed per Requirement 5.2.1 to verify that the system components match for both requirements

5.3.1

PCI_DSS_v4.0.1_5.3.1

PCI DSS v4.0.1 5.3.1

Protect All Systems and Networks from Malicious Software

The anti-malware solution(s) is kept current via automatic updates

Shared

n/a

Examine anti-malware solution(s) configurations, including any master installation of the software, to verify the solution is configured to perform automatic updates. Examine system components and logs, to verify that the anti-malware solution(s) and definitions are current and have been promptly deployed

5.3.2

PCI_DSS_v4.0.1_5.3.2

PCI DSS v4.0.1 5.3.2

Protect All Systems and Networks from Malicious Software

The anti-malware solution(s) performs periodic scans and active or real-time scans, or performs continuous behavioral analysis of systems or processes

Shared

n/a

Examine anti-malware solution(s) configurations, including any master installation of the software, to verify the solution(s) is configured to perform at least one of the elements specified in this requirement. Examine system components, including all operating system types identified as at risk for malware, to verify the solution(s) is enabled in accordance with at least one of the elements specified in this requirement. Examine logs and scan results to verify that the solution(s) is enabled in accordance with at least one of the elements specified in this requirement

5.3.3

PCI_DSS_v4.0.1_5.3.3

PCI DSS v4.0.1 5.3.3

Protect All Systems and Networks from Malicious Software

For removable electronic media, the anti-malware solution(s) performs automatic scans of when the media is inserted, connected, or logically mounted, or performs continuous behavioral analysis of systems or processes when the media is inserted, connected, or logically mounted

Shared

n/a

Examine anti-malware solution(s) configurations to verify that, for removable electronic media, the solution is configured to perform at least one of the elements specified in this requirement. Examine system components with removable electronic media connected to verify that the solution(s) is enabled in accordance with at least one of the elements as specified in this requirement. Examine logs and scan results to verify that the solution(s) is enabled in accordance with at least one of the elements specified in this requirement

13.4

RBI_CSF_Banks_v2016_13.4

Advanced Real-Timethreat Defenceand Management

Advanced Real-Timethreat Defenceand Management-13.4

n/a

Consider implementingsecure web gateways with capability to deep scan network packets including secure (HTTPS, etc.) traffic passing through the web/internet gateway

4.10

RBI_CSF_Banks_v2016_4.10

Network Management And Security

Perimeter Protection And Detection-4.10

n/a

Boundary defences should be multi-layered with properly configured firewalls, proxies, DMZ perimeter networks, and network--???based IPS and IDS. Mechanism to filter both inbound and outbound traffic to be put in place.

4.3

RBI_CSF_Banks_v2016_4.3

Network Management And Security

Network Device Configuration Management-4.3

n/a

Ensure that all the network devices are configured appropriately and periodically assess whether the configurations are appropriate to the desired level of network security.

4.7

RBI_CSF_Banks_v2016_4.7

Network Management And Security

Anomaly Detection-4.7

n/a

Put in place mechanism to detect and remedy any unusual activities in systems, servers, network devices and endpoints.

6.7

RBI_CSF_Banks_v2016_6.7

Application Security Life Cycle (Aslc)

Application Security Life Cycle (Aslc)-6.7

n/a

Ensure that software/application development practices addresses the vulnerabilities based on best practices baselines such as Open Web Application Security Project (OWASP) proactively and adopt principle of defence-in-depth to provide layered security mechanism.

RBI_ITF_NBFC_v2017

RBI_ITF_NBFC_v2017_5

RBI IT Framework 5

IS Audit

Policy for Information System Audit (IS Audit)-5

n/a

The objective of the IS Audit is to provide an insight on the effectiveness of controls that are in place to ensure confidentiality, integrity and availability of the organization???s IT infrastructure. IS Audit shall identify risks and methods to mitigate risk arising out of IT infrastructure such as server architecture, local and wide area networks, physical and information security, telecommunications etc.

RMiT_v1.0

Appendix_5.6

RMiT_v1.0_Appendix_5.6

RMiT Appendix 5.6

Control Measures on Cybersecurity

Control Measures on Cybersecurity - Appendix 5.6

Customer

n/a

Ensure security controls for remote access to server include the following: (a) restrict access to only hardened and locked down end-point devices; (b) use secure tunnels such as TLS and VPN IPSec; (c) deploy ‘gateway’ server with adequate perimeter defences and protection such as firewall, IPS and antivirus; and (d) close relevant ports immediately upon expiry of remote access.

SOC_2

CC6.6

SOC_2_CC6.6

SOC 2 Type 2 CC6.6

Logical and Physical Access Controls

Security measures against threats outside system boundaries

Shared

The customer is responsible for implementing this recommendation.

• Restricts Access — The types of activities that can occur through a communication channel (for example, FTP site, router port) are restricted. • Protects Identification and Authentication Credentials — Identification and authentication credentials are protected during transmission outside its system boundaries. • Requires Additional Authentication or Credentials — Additional authentication information or credentials are required when accessing the system from outside its boundaries. • Implements Boundary Protection Systems — Boundary protection systems (for example, firewalls, demilitarized zones, and intrusion detection systems) are implemented to protect external access points from attempts and unauthorized access and are monitored to detect such attempts

A1.1

SOC_2023_A1.1

SOC 2023 A1.1

Additional Criteria for Availability

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

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

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

CC6.1

SOC_2023_CC6.1

SOC 2023 CC6.1

Logical and Physical Access Controls

Mitigate security events and ensuring the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of critical information assets.

Shared

n/a

Entity implements logical access security software, infrastructure, and architectures over protected information assets to protect them from security events to meet the entity's objectives by identifying and managing the inventory of information assets, restricting logical access, identification and authentication of users, consider network segmentation, manage points of access, restricting access of information assets, managing identification and authentication, managing credentials for infrastructure and software, using encryption to protect data and protect using encryption keys.

128

CC6.7

SOC_2023_CC6.7

404 not found

n/a

CC6.8

SOC_2023_CC6.8

SOC 2023 CC6.8

Logical and Physical Access Controls

Mitigate the risk of cybersecurity threats, safeguard critical systems and data, and maintain operational continuity and integrity.

Shared

n/a

Entity implements controls to prevent or detect and act upon the introduction of unauthorized or malicious software to meet the entity’s objectives.

CC7.2

SOC_2023_CC7.2

SOC 2023 CC7.2

Systems Operations

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

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

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

PI1.3

SOC_2023_PI1.3

SOC 2023 PI1.3

Additional Criteria for Processing Integrity (Over the provision of services or the production, manufacturing, or distribution of goods)

Enhance efficiency, accuracy, and compliance with organizational standards and regulatory requirements with regards to system processing to result in products, services, and reporting to meet the entity’s objectives.

Shared

n/a

The entity implements policies and procedures over system processing to result in products, services, and reporting to meet the entity’s objectives.

1.1

SWIFT_CSCF_2024_1.1

SWIFT Customer Security Controls Framework 2024 1.1

Physical and Environmental Security

Swift Environment Protection

Shared

1. Segmentation between the user's Swift infrastructure and the larger enterprise network reduces the attack surface and has shown to be an effective way to defend against cyber-attacks that commonly involve a compromise of the general enterprise IT environment. 2. Effective segmentation includes network-level separation, access restrictions, and connectivity restrictions.

To ensure the protection of the user’s Swift infrastructure from potentially compromised elements of the general IT environment and external environment.

1.3

SWIFT_CSCF_2024_1.3

SWIFT Customer Security Controls Framework 2024 1.3

Cloud Platform Protection

Virtualisation or Cloud Platform Protection

Shared

1. Security controls that apply to non-virtualised (physical) systems are equally applicable to virtual systems. 2. The additional virtualisation layer needs extra attention from a security perspective. The uncontrolled proliferation of VMs could lead to unaccounted machines with the risk of unmanaged, unpatched systems open to unauthorised access to data. 3. If appropriate controls have been implemented to this underlying layer, then Swift does not limit the use of virtual technology for any component of the user’s Swift infrastructure or the associated supporting infrastructure (for example, virtual firewalls).

To secure the virtualisation or cloud platform and virtual machines (VMs) that host Swift-related components to the same level as physical systems.

1.5

SWIFT_CSCF_2024_1.5

SWIFT Customer Security Controls Framework 2024 1.5

Physical and Environmental Security

Customer Environment Protection

Shared

1. Segmentation between the customer’s connectivity infrastructure and its larger enterprise network reduces the attack surface and has shown to be an effective way to defend against cyber-attacks that commonly involve compromise of the general enterprise IT environment. 2. Effective segmentation will include network-level separation, access restrictions, and connectivity restrictions.

To ensure the protection of the customer’s connectivity infrastructure from external environment and potentially compromised elements of the general IT environment.

2.1

SWIFT_CSCF_2024_2.1

SWIFT Customer Security Controls Framework 2024 2.1

Risk Management

Internal Data Flow Security

Shared

The protection of internal data flows safeguards against unintended disclosure, modification, and access of the data while in transit.

To ensure the confidentiality, integrity, and authenticity of application data flows between ’user’s Swift-related components.

6.1

SWIFT_CSCF_2024_6.1

SWIFT Customer Security Controls Framework 2024 6.1

Risk Management

Malware Protection

Shared

1. Malware is a general term that includes many types of intrusive and unwanted software, including viruses. 2. Anti-malware technology (a broader term for anti-virus) is effective in protecting against malicious code that has a known digital or behaviour profile

To ensure that the user’s Swift infrastructure is protected against malware and act upon results.

6.2

SWIFT_CSCF_2024_6.2

SWIFT Customer Security Controls Framework 2024 6.2

Risk Management

Software Integrity

Shared

Software integrity checks provide a detective control against unexpected modification to operational software.

To ensure the software integrity of the Swift-related components and act upon results.

6.3

SWIFT_CSCF_2024_6.3

SWIFT Customer Security Controls Framework 2024 6.3

Risk Management

Database Integrity

Shared

Database integrity checks allow unexpected modification to records stored within the database to be detected.

To ensure the integrity of the database records for the Swift messaging interface or the customer connector and act upon results.