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CUI SSP Template Final

This document provides a system security plan for a system categorized as moderate impact for confidentiality. It identifies the system name, responsible organization, information owner, system owner, and system security officer. It also describes the general purpose and functions of the system, the types and approximate numbers of users, and the types of controlled unclassified information processed, stored or transmitted. The plan includes a system topology diagram and narrative describing system components, as well as inventories of hardware and software. Requirements for access control, awareness and training, audit and accountability, identification and authentication, incident response, maintenance, media protection, physical and environmental protection, planning, personnel security, risk assessment, system and services acquisition, system and communications protection and system and

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CUI SSP Template Final

This document provides a system security plan for a system categorized as moderate impact for confidentiality. It identifies the system name, responsible organization, information owner, system owner, and system security officer. It also describes the general purpose and functions of the system, the types and approximate numbers of users, and the types of controlled unclassified information processed, stored or transmitted. The plan includes a system topology diagram and narrative describing system components, as well as inventories of hardware and software. Requirements for access control, awareness and training, audit and accountability, identification and authentication, incident response, maintenance, media protection, physical and environmental protection, planning, personnel security, risk assessment, system and services acquisition, system and communications protection and system and

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<<Insert name>> SYSTEM SECURITY PLAN Last Updated: <<Insert date>>

1. SYSTEM IDENTIFICATION

1.1. System Name/Title: [State the name of the system. Spell out acronyms.]

1.1.1. System Categorization: Moderate Impact for Confidentiality

1.1.2. System Unique Identifier: [Insert the System Unique Identifier]

1.2. Responsible Organization:

Name:
Address:
Phone:

1.2.1. Information Owner (Government point of contact responsible for providing and/or receiving
CUI):
Name:
Title:
Office Address:
Work Phone:
e-Mail Address:

1.2.1.1. System Owner (assignment of security responsibility):

Name:
Title:
Office Address:
Work Phone:
e-Mail Address:

1.2.1.2. System Security Officer:

Name:
Title:
Office Address:
Work Phone:
e-Mail Address:

1.3. General Description/Purpose of System: What is the function/purpose of the system? [Provide
a short, high-level description of the function/purpose of the system.]

1.3.1. Number of end users and privileged users: [In the table below, provide the approximate
number of users and administrators of the system. Include all those with privileged
access such as system administrators, database administrators, application
administrators, etc. Add rows to define different roles as needed.]

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Roles of Users and Number of Each Type:

Number of Administrators/
Number of Users
Privileged Users

1.4. General Description of Information: CUI information types processed, stored, or transmitted by
the system are determined and documented. For more information, see the CUI Registry at
https://www.archives.gov/cui/registry/category-list. [Document the CUI information types
processed, stored, or transmitted by the system below].

2. SYSTEM ENVIRONMENT

Include a detailed topology narrative and graphic that clearly depicts the system boundaries, system
interconnections, and key devices. (Note: this does not require depicting every workstation or desktop,
but include an instance for each operating system in use, an instance for portable components (if
applicable), all virtual and physical servers (e.g., file, print, web, database, application), as well as any
networked workstations (e.g., Unix, Windows, Mac, Linux), firewalls, routers, switches, copiers,
printers, lab equipment, handhelds). If components of other systems that interconnect/interface with
this system need to be shown on the diagram, denote the system boundaries by referencing the security
plans or names and owners of the other system(s) in the diagram.
[Insert a system topology graphic. Provide a narrative consistent with the graphic that clearly
lists and describes each system component.]

2.1. Include or reference a complete and accurate listing of all hardware (a reference to the
organizational component inventory database is acceptable) and software (system software and
application software) components, including make/OEM, model, version, service packs, and
person or role responsible for the component. [Insert the reference/URL or note that the
hardware component inventory is attached.]

2.2. List all software components installed on the system. [Insert the reference/URL or note that
the software component inventory is attached.]

2.3. Hardware and Software Maintenance and Ownership - Is all hardware and software maintained
and owned by the organization? [Yes/No - If no, explain:]

3. REQUIREMENTS

(Note: The source of the requirements is NIST Special Publication 800-171, dated December 2016)

Provide a thorough description of how all of the security requirements are being implemented or planned to
be implemented. The description for each security requirement contains: 1) the security requirement
number and description; 2) how the security requirement is being implemented or planned to be
implemented; and 3) any scoping guidance that has been applied (e.g., compensating mitigations(s) in place
due to implementation constraints in lieu of the stated requirement). If the requirement is not applicable to
the system, provide rationale.

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3.1. Access Control

3.1.1. Limit system access to authorized users, processes acting on behalf of authorized users, and
devices (including other systems).

Implemented Planned to be Implemented Not Applicable


Current implementation or planned implementation details. If “Not Applicable,” provide
rationale.

3.1.2. Limit system access to the types of transactions and functions that authorized users are
permitted to execute.

Implemented Planned to be Implemented Not Applicable


Current implementation or planned implementation details. If “Not Applicable,” provide
rationale.

3.1.3. Control the flow of CUI in accordance with approved authorizations.

Implemented Planned to be Implemented Not Applicable


Current implementation or planned implementation details. If “Not Applicable,” provide
rationale.

3.1.4. Separate the duties of individuals to reduce the risk of malevolent activity without collusion.

Implemented Planned to be Implemented Not Applicable


Current implementation or planned implementation details. If “Not Applicable,” provide
rationale.

3.1.5. Employ the principle of least privilege, including for specific security functions and privileged
accounts.

Implemented Planned to be Implemented Not Applicable


Current implementation or planned implementation details. If “Not Applicable,” provide
rationale.

3.1.6. Use non-privileged accounts or roles when accessing nonsecurity functions.

Implemented Planned to be Implemented Not Applicable


Current implementation or planned implementation details. If “Not Applicable,” provide
rationale.

3.1.7. Prevent non-privileged users from executing privileged functions and audit the execution of
such functions.

Implemented Planned to be Implemented Not Applicable

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Current implementation or planned implementation details. If “Not Applicable,” provide


rationale.

3.1.8. Limit unsuccessful logon attempts.

Implemented Planned to be Implemented Not Applicable


Current implementation or planned implementation details. If “Not Applicable,” provide
rationale.

3.1.9. Provide privacy and security notices consistent with applicable CUI rules.

Implemented Planned to be Implemented Not Applicable


Current implementation or planned implementation details. If “Not Applicable,” provide
rationale.

3.1.10. Use session lock with pattern-hiding displays to prevent access and viewing of data after period
of inactivity.

Implemented Planned to be Implemented Not Applicable


Current implementation or planned implementation details. If “Not Applicable,” provide
rationale.

3.1.11. Terminate (automatically) a user session after a defined condition.

Implemented Planned to be Implemented Not Applicable


Current implementation or planned implementation details. If “Not Applicable,” provide
rationale.

3.1.12. Monitor and control remote access sessions.

Implemented Planned to be Implemented Not Applicable


Current implementation or planned implementation details. If “Not Applicable,” provide
rationale.

3.1.13. Employ cryptographic mechanisms to protect the confidentiality of remote access sessions.

Implemented Planned to be Implemented Not Applicable


Current implementation or planned implementation details. If “Not Applicable,” provide
rationale.

3.1.14. Route remote access via managed access control points.

Implemented Planned to be Implemented Not Applicable


Current implementation or planned implementation details. If “Not Applicable,” provide
rationale.

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3.1.15. Authorize remote execution of privileged commands and remote access to security-relevant
information.

Implemented Planned to be Implemented Not Applicable


Current implementation or planned implementation details. If “Not Applicable,” provide
rationale.

3.1.16. Authorize wireless access prior to allowing such connections.

Implemented Planned to be Implemented Not Applicable


Current implementation or planned implementation details. If “Not Applicable,” provide
rationale.

3.1.17. Protect wireless access using authentication and encryption.

Implemented Planned to be Implemented Not Applicable


Current implementation or planned implementation details. If “Not Applicable,” provide
rationale.

3.1.18. Control connection of mobile devices.

Implemented Planned to be Implemented Not Applicable


Current implementation or planned implementation details. If “Not Applicable,” provide
rationale.

3.1.19. Encrypt CUI on mobile devices and mobile computing platforms.

Implemented Planned to be Implemented Not Applicable


Current implementation or planned implementation details. If “Not Applicable,” provide
rationale.

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

Implemented Planned to be Implemented Not Applicable


Current implementation or planned implementation details. If “Not Applicable,” provide
rationale.

3.1.21. Limit use of organizational portable storage devices on external systems.

Implemented Planned to be Implemented Not Applicable


Current implementation or planned implementation details. If “Not Applicable,” provide
rationale.

3.1.22. Control CUI posted or processed on publicly accessible systems.

Implemented Planned to be Implemented Not Applicable

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Current implementation or planned implementation details. If “Not Applicable,” provide


rationale.

3.2. Awareness and Training

3.2.1. Ensure that managers, systems administrators, and users of organizational systems are made
aware of the security risks associated with their activities and of the applicable policies,
standards, and procedures related to the security of those systems.

Implemented Planned to be Implemented Not Applicable


Current implementation or planned implementation details. If “Not Applicable,” provide
rationale.

3.2.2. Ensure that organizational personnel are adequately trained to carry out their assigned
information security-related duties and responsibilities.

Implemented Planned to be Implemented Not Applicable


Current implementation or planned implementation details. If “Not Applicable,” provide
rationale.

3.2.3. Provide security awareness training on recognizing and reporting potential indicators of insider
threat.

Implemented Planned to be Implemented Not Applicable


Current implementation or planned implementation details. If “Not Applicable,” provide
rationale.

3.3. Audit and Accountability

3.3.1. Create and retain system audit logs and records to the extent needed to enable the monitoring,
analysis, investigation, and reporting of unlawful or unauthorized system activity.

Implemented Planned to be Implemented Not Applicable


Current implementation or planned implementation details. If “Not Applicable,” provide
rationale.

3.3.2. Ensure that the actions of individual system users can be uniquely traced to those users so they
can be held accountable for their actions.

Implemented Planned to be Implemented Not Applicable


Current implementation or planned implementation details. If “Not Applicable,” provide
rationale.

3.3.3. Review and update logged events.

Implemented Planned to be Implemented Not Applicable

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Current implementation or planned implementation details. If “Not Applicable,” provide


rationale.

3.3.4. Alert in the event of an audit logging process failure.

Implemented Planned to be Implemented Not Applicable


Current implementation or planned implementation details. If “Not Applicable,” provide
rationale.

3.3.5. Correlate audit record review, analysis, and reporting processes for investigation and response
to indications of unlawful, unauthorized, suspicious, or unusual activity.

Implemented Planned to be Implemented Not Applicable


Current implementation or planned implementation details. If “Not Applicable,” provide
rationale.

3.3.6. Provide audit record reduction and report generation to support on-demand analysis and
reporting.

Implemented Planned to be Implemented Not Applicable


Current implementation or planned implementation details. If “Not Applicable,” provide
rationale.

3.3.7. Provide a system capability that compares and synchronizes internal system clocks with an
authoritative source to generate time stamps for audit records.

Implemented Planned to be Implemented Not Applicable


Current implementation or planned implementation details. If “Not Applicable,” provide
rationale.

3.3.8. Protect audit information and audit logging tools from unauthorized access, modification, and
deletion.

Implemented Planned to be Implemented Not Applicable


Current implementation or planned implementation details. If “Not Applicable,” provide
rationale.

3.3.9. Limit management of audit logging functionality to a subset of privileged users.

Implemented Planned to be Implemented Not Applicable


Current implementation or planned implementation details. If “Not Applicable,” provide
rationale.

3.4. Audit and Accountability

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3.4.1. Establish and maintain baseline configurations and inventories of organizational systems
(including hardware, software, firmware, and documentation) throughout the respective system
development life cycles.

Implemented Planned to be Implemented Not Applicable


Current implementation or planned implementation details. If “Not Applicable,” provide
rationale.

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

Implemented Planned to be Implemented Not Applicable


Current implementation or planned implementation details. If “Not Applicable,” provide
rationale.

3.4.3. Track, review, approve or disapprove, and log changes to organizational systems.

Implemented Planned to be Implemented Not Applicable


Current implementation or planned implementation details. If “Not Applicable,” provide
rationale.

3.4.4. Analyze the security impact of changes prior to implementation.

Implemented Planned to be Implemented Not Applicable


Current implementation or planned implementation details. If “Not Applicable,” provide
rationale.

3.4.5. Define, document, approve, and enforce physical and logical access restrictions associated with
changes to organizational systems.

Implemented Planned to be Implemented Not Applicable


Current implementation or planned implementation details. If “Not Applicable,” provide
rationale.

3.4.6. Employ the principle of least functionality by configuring organizational systems to provide
only essential capabilities.

Implemented Planned to be Implemented Not Applicable


Current implementation or planned implementation details. If “Not Applicable,” provide
rationale.

3.4.7. Restrict, disable, or prevent the use of nonessential programs, functions, ports, protocols, and
services.

Implemented Planned to be Implemented Not Applicable


Current implementation or planned implementation details. If “Not Applicable,” provide

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rationale.

3.4.8. Apply deny-by-exception (blacklisting) policy to prevent the use of unauthorized software or
deny-all, permit-by-exception (whitelisting) policy to allow the execution of authorized
software.

Implemented Planned to be Implemented Not Applicable


Current implementation or planned implementation details. If “Not Applicable,” provide
rationale.

3.4.9. Control and monitor user-installed software.

Implemented Planned to be Implemented Not Applicable


Current implementation or planned implementation details. If “Not Applicable,” provide
rationale.

3.5. Identification and Authentication

3.5.1. Identify system users, processes acting on behalf of users, and devices.

Implemented Planned to be Implemented Not Applicable


Current implementation or planned implementation details. If “Not Applicable,” provide
rationale.

3.5.2. Authenticate (or verify) the identities of users, processes, or devices, as a prerequisite to
allowing access to organizational systems.

Implemented Planned to be Implemented Not Applicable


Current implementation or planned implementation details. If “Not Applicable,” provide
rationale.

3.5.3. Use multifactor authentication for local and network access to privileged accounts and for
network access to non-privileged accounts.

Implemented Planned to be Implemented Not Applicable


Current implementation or planned implementation details. If “Not Applicable,” provide
rationale.

3.5.4. Employ replay-resistant authentication mechanisms for network access to privileged and non-
privileged accounts.

Implemented Planned to be Implemented Not Applicable


Current implementation or planned implementation details. If “Not Applicable,” provide
rationale.

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3.5.5. Prevent reuse of identifiers for a defined period.

Implemented Planned to be Implemented Not Applicable


Current implementation or planned implementation details. If “Not Applicable,” provide
rationale.

3.5.6. Disable identifiers after a defined period of inactivity.

Implemented Planned to be Implemented Not Applicable


Current implementation or planned implementation details. If “Not Applicable,” provide
rationale.

3.5.7. Enforce a minimum password complexity and change of characters when new passwords are
created.

Implemented Planned to be Implemented Not Applicable


Current implementation or planned implementation details. If “Not Applicable,” provide
rationale.

3.5.8. Prohibit password reuse for a specified number of generations.

Implemented Planned to be Implemented Not Applicable


Current implementation or planned implementation details. If “Not Applicable,” provide
rationale.

3.5.9. Allow temporary password use for system logons with an immediate change to a permanent
password.

Implemented Planned to be Implemented Not Applicable


Current implementation or planned implementation details. If “Not Applicable,” provide
rationale.

3.5.10. Store and transmit only cryptographically-protected passwords.

Implemented Planned to be Implemented Not Applicable


Current implementation or planned implementation details. If “Not Applicable,” provide
rationale.

3.5.11. Obscure feedback of authentication information.

Implemented Planned to be Implemented Not Applicable


Current implementation or planned implementation details. If “Not Applicable,” provide
rationale.

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3.6. Incident Response

3.6.1. Establish an operational incident-handling capability for organizational systems that includes
preparation, detection, analysis, containment, recovery, and user response activities.

Implemented Planned to be Implemented Not Applicable


Current implementation or planned implementation details. If “Not Applicable,” provide
rationale.

3.6.2. Track, document, and report incidents to designated officials and/or authorities both internal
and external to the organization.

Implemented Planned to be Implemented Not Applicable


Current implementation or planned implementation details. If “Not Applicable,” provide
rationale.

3.6.3. Test the organizational incident response capability

Implemented Planned to be Implemented Not Applicable


Current implementation or planned implementation details. If “Not Applicable,” provide
rationale.

3.7. Maintenance

3.7.1. Perform maintenance on organizational systems.

Implemented Planned to be Implemented Not Applicable


Current implementation or planned implementation details. If “Not Applicable,” provide
rationale.

3.7.2. Provide controls on the tools, techniques, mechanisms, and personnel used to conduct system
maintenance.

Implemented Planned to be Implemented Not Applicable


Current implementation or planned implementation details. If “Not Applicable,” provide
rationale.

3.7.3. Ensure equipment removed for off-site maintenance is sanitized of any CUI.

Implemented Planned to be Implemented Not Applicable


Current implementation or planned implementation details. If “Not Applicable,” provide
rationale.

3.7.4. Check media containing diagnostic and test programs for malicious code before the media are
used in organizational systems.

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Implemented Planned to be Implemented Not Applicable


Current implementation or planned implementation details. If “Not Applicable,” provide
rationale.

3.7.5. Require multifactor authentication to establish nonlocal maintenance sessions via external
network connections and terminate such connections when nonlocal maintenance is complete.

Implemented Planned to be Implemented Not Applicable


Current implementation or planned implementation details. If “Not Applicable,” provide
rationale.

3.7.6. Supervise the maintenance activities of maintenance personnel without required access
authorization.

Implemented Planned to be Implemented Not Applicable


Current implementation or planned implementation details. If “Not Applicable,” provide
rationale.

3.8. Media Protection

3.8.1. Protect (i.e., physically control and securely store) system media containing CUI, both paper
and digital.

Implemented Planned to be Implemented Not Applicable


Current implementation or planned implementation details. If “Not Applicable,” provide
rationale.

3.8.2. Limit access to CUI on system media to authorized users.

Implemented Planned to be Implemented Not Applicable


Current implementation or planned implementation details. If “Not Applicable,” provide
rationale.

3.8.3. Sanitize or destroy system media containing CUI before disposal or release for reuse.

Implemented Planned to be Implemented Not Applicable


Current implementation or planned implementation details. If “Not Applicable,” provide
rationale.

3.8.4. Mark media with necessary CUI markings and distribution limitations.

Implemented Planned to be Implemented Not Applicable


Current implementation or planned implementation details. If “Not Applicable,” provide
rationale.

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3.8.5. Control access to media containing CUI and maintain accountability for media during transport
outside of controlled areas.

Implemented Planned to be Implemented Not Applicable


Current implementation or planned implementation details. If “Not Applicable,” provide
rationale.

3.8.6. Implement cryptographic mechanisms to protect the confidentiality of CUI stored on digital
media during transport unless otherwise protected by alternative physical safeguards.

Implemented Planned to be Implemented Not Applicable


Current implementation or planned implementation details. If “Not Applicable,” provide
rationale.

3.8.7. Control the use of removable media on system components.

Implemented Planned to be Implemented Not Applicable


Current implementation or planned implementation details. If “Not Applicable,” provide
rationale.

3.8.8. Prohibit the use of portable storage devices when such devices have no identifiable owner.

Implemented Planned to be Implemented Not Applicable


Current implementation or planned implementation details. If “Not Applicable,” provide
rationale.

3.8.9. Protect the confidentiality of backup CUI at storage locations.

Implemented Planned to be Implemented Not Applicable


Current implementation or planned implementation details. If “Not Applicable,” provide
rationale.

3.9. Personnel Security

3.9.1. Screen individuals prior to authorizing access to organizational systems containing CUI.

Implemented Planned to be Implemented Not Applicable


Current implementation or planned implementation details. If “Not Applicable,” provide
rationale.

3.9.2. Ensure that organizational systems containing CUI are protected during and after personnel
actions such as terminations and transfers.

Implemented Planned to be Implemented Not Applicable


Current implementation or planned implementation details. If “Not Applicable,” provide
rationale.

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3.10. Physical Protection

3.10.1. Limit physical access to organizational systems, equipment, and the respective operating
environments to authorized individuals.

Implemented Planned to be Implemented Not Applicable


Current implementation or planned implementation details. If “Not Applicable,” provide
rationale.

3.10.2. Protect and monitor the physical facility and support infrastructure for organizational systems.

Implemented Planned to be Implemented Not Applicable


Current implementation or planned implementation details. If “Not Applicable,” provide
rationale.

3.10.3. Escort visitors and monitor visitor activity.

Implemented Planned to be Implemented Not Applicable


Current implementation or planned implementation details. If “Not Applicable,” provide
rationale.

3.10.4. Maintain audit logs of physical access.

Implemented Planned to be Implemented Not Applicable


Current implementation or planned implementation details. If “Not Applicable,” provide
rationale.

3.10.5. Control and manage physical access devices.

Implemented Planned to be Implemented Not Applicable


Current implementation or planned implementation details. If “Not Applicable,” provide
rationale.

3.10.6. Enforce safeguarding measures for CUI at alternate work sites.

Implemented Planned to be Implemented Not Applicable


Current implementation or planned implementation details. If “Not Applicable,” provide
rationale.

3.11. Risk Assessment

3.11.1. Periodically assess the risk to organizational operations (including mission, functions, image, or
reputation), organizational assets, and individuals, resulting from the operation of
organizational systems and the associated processing, storage, or transmission of CUI.

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Implemented Planned to be Implemented Not Applicable


Current implementation or planned implementation details. If “Not Applicable,” provide
rationale.

3.11.2. Scan for vulnerabilities in organizational systems and applications periodically and when new
vulnerabilities affecting those systems and applications are identified.

Implemented Planned to be Implemented Not Applicable


Current implementation or planned implementation details. If “Not Applicable,” provide
rationale.

3.11.3. Remediate vulnerabilities in accordance with risk assessments.

Implemented Planned to be Implemented Not Applicable


Current implementation or planned implementation details. If “Not Applicable,” provide
rationale.

3.12. Security Assessment

3.12.1. Periodically assess the security controls in organizational systems to determine if the controls
are effective in their application.

Implemented Planned to be Implemented Not Applicable


Current implementation or planned implementation details. If “Not Applicable,” provide
rationale.

3.12.2. Develop and implement plans of action designed to correct deficiencies and reduce or eliminate
vulnerabilities in organizational systems.

Implemented Planned to be Implemented Not Applicable


Current implementation or planned implementation details. If “Not Applicable,” provide
rationale.

3.12.3. Monitor security controls on an ongoing basis to ensure the continued effectiveness of the
controls.

Implemented Planned to be Implemented Not Applicable


Current implementation or planned implementation details. If “Not Applicable,” provide
rationale.

3.12.4. Develop, document, and periodically update system security plans that describe system
boundaries, system environments of operation, how security requirements are implemented,
and the relationships with or connections to other systems.

Implemented Planned to be Implemented Not Applicable


Current implementation or planned implementation details. If “Not Applicable,” provide

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rationale.

3.13. System and Communications Protection

3.13.1. 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.

Implemented Planned to be Implemented Not Applicable


Current implementation or planned implementation details. If “Not Applicable,” provide
rationale.

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

Implemented Planned to be Implemented Not Applicable


Current implementation or planned implementation details. If “Not Applicable,” provide
rationale.

3.13.3. Separate user functionality from system management functionality.

Implemented Planned to be Implemented Not Applicable


Current implementation or planned implementation details. If “Not Applicable,” provide
rationale.

3.13.4. Prevent unauthorized and unintended information transfer via shared system resources.

Implemented Planned to be Implemented Not Applicable


Current implementation or planned implementation details. If “Not Applicable,” provide
rationale.

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

Implemented Planned to be Implemented Not Applicable


Current implementation or planned implementation details. If “Not Applicable,” provide
rationale.

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

Implemented Planned to be Implemented Not Applicable


Current implementation or planned implementation details. If “Not Applicable,” provide
rationale.

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

Implemented Planned to be Implemented Not Applicable


Current implementation or planned implementation details. If “Not Applicable,” provide
rationale.

3.13.8. Implement cryptographic mechanisms to prevent unauthorized disclosure of CUI during


transmission unless otherwise protected by alternative physical safeguards.

Implemented Planned to be Implemented Not Applicable


Current implementation or planned implementation details. If “Not Applicable,” provide
rationale.

3.13.9. Terminate network connections associated with communications sessions at the end of the
sessions or after a defined period of inactivity.

Implemented Planned to be Implemented Not Applicable


Current implementation or planned implementation details. If “Not Applicable,” provide
rationale.

3.13.10. Establish and manage cryptographic keys for cryptography employed in organizational
systems.

Implemented Planned to be Implemented Not Applicable


Current implementation or planned implementation details. If “Not Applicable,” provide
rationale.

3.13.11. Employ FIPS-validated cryptography when used to protect the confidentiality of CUI.

Implemented Planned to be Implemented Not Applicable


Current implementation or planned implementation details. If “Not Applicable,” provide
rationale.

3.13.12. Prohibit remote activation of collaborative computing devices and provide indication of
devices in use to users present at the device.

Implemented Planned to be Implemented Not Applicable


Current implementation or planned implementation details. If “Not Applicable,” provide
rationale.

3.13.13. Control and monitor the use of mobile code.

Implemented Planned to be Implemented Not Applicable


Current implementation or planned implementation details. If “Not Applicable,” provide

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rationale.

3.13.14. Control and monitor the use of Voice over Internet Protocol (VoIP) technologies.

Implemented Planned to be Implemented Not Applicable


Current implementation or planned implementation details. If “Not Applicable,” provide
rationale.

3.13.15. Protect the authenticity of communications sessions.

Implemented Planned to be Implemented Not Applicable


Current implementation or planned implementation details. If “Not Applicable,” provide
rationale.

3.13.16. Protect the confidentiality of CUI at rest.

Implemented Planned to be Implemented Not Applicable


Current implementation or planned implementation details. If “Not Applicable,” provide
rationale.

3.14. System and Information Integrity

3.14.1. Identify, report, and correct system flaws in a timely manner.

Implemented Planned to be Implemented Not Applicable


Current implementation or planned implementation details. If “Not Applicable,” provide
rationale.

3.14.2. Provide protection from malicious code at designated locations within organizational systems.

Implemented Planned to be Implemented Not Applicable


Current implementation or planned implementation details. If “Not Applicable,” provide
rationale.

3.14.3. Monitor system security alerts and advisories and take action in response.

Implemented Planned to be Implemented Not Applicable


Current implementation or planned implementation details. If “Not Applicable,” provide
rationale.

3.14.4. Update malicious code protection mechanisms when new releases are available.

Implemented Planned to be Implemented Not Applicable


Current implementation or planned implementation details. If “Not Applicable,” provide
rationale.

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3.14.5. Perform periodic scans of organizational systems and real-time scans of files from external
sources as files are downloaded, opened, or executed.

Implemented Planned to be Implemented Not Applicable


Current implementation or planned implementation details. If “Not Applicable,” provide
rationale.

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

Implemented Planned to be Implemented Not Applicable


Current implementation or planned implementation details. If “Not Applicable,” provide
rationale.

3.14.7. Identify unauthorized use of organizational systems.

Implemented Planned to be Implemented Not Applicable


Current implementation or planned implementation details. If “Not Applicable,” provide
rationale.

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4. RECORD OF CHANGES

Date Description Made By:

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