NIST 800-171 Controls Guide
All 110 security requirements from NIST SP 800-171 Rev 2 — the foundation for CMMC Level 2 certification. Each control includes assessment objectives, implementation guidance, common audit gaps, and evidence requirements.
14 security families · 110 controls · Required for all DoD contractors handling CUI
3.1 — Access Control
22 controls
3.1.1|Limit system access to authorized users, processes acting on behalf of authorized users, and devices (including other systems)
This control requires organizations to limit system access to authorized users, processes acting on behalf of authorized users, and devices (including other systems). It is part of the Access Control family and is one of the 110 NIST SP 800-171 Rev. 2 requirements DFARS 252.204-7012 obliges contractors handling CUI to implement — the requirement set CMMC Level 2 assesses. Implementing it protects CUI and supports the score you self-report to SPRS.
3.1.2|Limit system access to the types of transactions and functions that authorized users are permitted to execute
This control requires organizations to limit system access to the types of transactions and functions that authorized users are permitted to execute. It is part of the Access Control family and is one of the 110 NIST SP 800-171 Rev. 2 requirements DFARS 252.204-7012 obliges contractors handling CUI to implement — the requirement set CMMC Level 2 assesses. Implementing it protects CUI and supports the score you self-report to SPRS.
3.1.3|Control the flow of CUI in accordance with approved authorizations
This control requires organizations to control the flow of CUI in accordance with approved authorizations. It is part of the Access Control family and is one of the 110 NIST SP 800-171 Rev. 2 requirements DFARS 252.204-7012 obliges contractors handling CUI to implement — the requirement set CMMC Level 2 assesses. Implementing it protects CUI and supports the score you self-report to SPRS.
3.1.4|Separate the duties of individuals to reduce the risk of malevolent activity without collusion
This control requires organizations to separate the duties of individuals to reduce the risk of malevolent activity without collusion. It is part of the Access Control family and is one of the 110 NIST SP 800-171 Rev. 2 requirements DFARS 252.204-7012 obliges contractors handling CUI to implement — the requirement set CMMC Level 2 assesses. Implementing it protects CUI and supports the score you self-report to SPRS.
3.1.5|Employ the principle of least privilege, including for specific security functions and privileged accounts
This control requires organizations to employ the principle of least privilege, including for specific security functions and privileged accounts. It is part of the Access Control family and is one of the 110 NIST SP 800-171 Rev. 2 requirements DFARS 252.204-7012 obliges contractors handling CUI to implement — the requirement set CMMC Level 2 assesses. Implementing it protects CUI and supports the score you self-report to SPRS.
3.1.6|Use non-privileged accounts or roles when accessing nonsecurity functions
This control requires organizations to use non-privileged accounts or roles when accessing nonsecurity functions. It is part of the Access Control family and is one of the 110 NIST SP 800-171 Rev. 2 requirements DFARS 252.204-7012 obliges contractors handling CUI to implement — the requirement set CMMC Level 2 assesses. Implementing it protects CUI and supports the score you self-report to SPRS.
3.1.7|Prevent non-privileged users from executing privileged functions and capture the execution of such functions in audit logs
This control requires organizations to prevent non-privileged users from executing privileged functions and capture the execution of such functions in audit logs. It is part of the Access Control family and is one of the 110 NIST SP 800-171 Rev. 2 requirements DFARS 252.204-7012 obliges contractors handling CUI to implement — the requirement set CMMC Level 2 assesses. Implementing it protects CUI and supports the score you self-report to SPRS.
3.1.8|Limit unsuccessful logon attempts
This control requires organizations to limit unsuccessful logon attempts. It is part of the Access Control family and is one of the 110 NIST SP 800-171 Rev. 2 requirements DFARS 252.204-7012 obliges contractors handling CUI to implement — the requirement set CMMC Level 2 assesses. Implementing it protects CUI and supports the score you self-report to SPRS.
3.1.9|Provide privacy and security notices consistent with applicable CUI rules
This control requires organizations to provide privacy and security notices consistent with applicable CUI rules. It is part of the Access Control family and is one of the 110 NIST SP 800-171 Rev. 2 requirements DFARS 252.204-7012 obliges contractors handling CUI to implement — the requirement set CMMC Level 2 assesses. Implementing it protects CUI and supports the score you self-report to SPRS.
3.1.10|Use session lock with pattern-hiding displays to prevent access and viewing of data after a period of inactivity
This control requires organizations to use session lock with pattern-hiding displays to prevent access and viewing of data after a period of inactivity. It is part of the Access Control family and is one of the 110 NIST SP 800-171 Rev. 2 requirements DFARS 252.204-7012 obliges contractors handling CUI to implement — the requirement set CMMC Level 2 assesses. Implementing it protects CUI and supports the score you self-report to SPRS.
3.1.11|Terminate (automatically) a user session after a defined condition
This control requires organizations to terminate (automatically) a user session after a defined condition. It is part of the Access Control family and is one of the 110 NIST SP 800-171 Rev. 2 requirements DFARS 252.204-7012 obliges contractors handling CUI to implement — the requirement set CMMC Level 2 assesses. Implementing it protects CUI and supports the score you self-report to SPRS.
3.1.12|Monitor and control remote access sessions
This control requires organizations to monitor and control remote access sessions. It is part of the Access Control family and is one of the 110 NIST SP 800-171 Rev. 2 requirements DFARS 252.204-7012 obliges contractors handling CUI to implement — the requirement set CMMC Level 2 assesses. Implementing it protects CUI and supports the score you self-report to SPRS.
3.1.13|Employ cryptographic mechanisms to protect the confidentiality of remote access sessions
This control requires organizations to employ cryptographic mechanisms to protect the confidentiality of remote access sessions. It is part of the Access Control family and is one of the 110 NIST SP 800-171 Rev. 2 requirements DFARS 252.204-7012 obliges contractors handling CUI to implement — the requirement set CMMC Level 2 assesses. Implementing it protects CUI and supports the score you self-report to SPRS.
3.1.14|Route remote access via managed access control points
This control requires organizations to route remote access via managed access control points. It is part of the Access Control family and is one of the 110 NIST SP 800-171 Rev. 2 requirements DFARS 252.204-7012 obliges contractors handling CUI to implement — the requirement set CMMC Level 2 assesses. Implementing it protects CUI and supports the score you self-report to SPRS.
3.1.15|Authorize remote execution of privileged commands and remote access to security-relevant information
This control requires organizations to authorize remote execution of privileged commands and remote access to security-relevant information. It is part of the Access Control family and is one of the 110 NIST SP 800-171 Rev. 2 requirements DFARS 252.204-7012 obliges contractors handling CUI to implement — the requirement set CMMC Level 2 assesses. Implementing it protects CUI and supports the score you self-report to SPRS.
3.1.16|Authorize wireless access prior to allowing such connections
This control requires organizations to authorize wireless access prior to allowing such connections. It is part of the Access Control family and is one of the 110 NIST SP 800-171 Rev. 2 requirements DFARS 252.204-7012 obliges contractors handling CUI to implement — the requirement set CMMC Level 2 assesses. Implementing it protects CUI and supports the score you self-report to SPRS.
3.1.17|Protect wireless access using authentication and encryption
This control requires organizations to protect wireless access using authentication and encryption. It is part of the Access Control family and is one of the 110 NIST SP 800-171 Rev. 2 requirements DFARS 252.204-7012 obliges contractors handling CUI to implement — the requirement set CMMC Level 2 assesses. Implementing it protects CUI and supports the score you self-report to SPRS.
3.1.18|Control connection of mobile devices
This control requires organizations to control connection of mobile devices. It is part of the Access Control family and is one of the 110 NIST SP 800-171 Rev. 2 requirements DFARS 252.204-7012 obliges contractors handling CUI to implement — the requirement set CMMC Level 2 assesses. Implementing it protects CUI and supports the score you self-report to SPRS.
3.1.19|Encrypt CUI on mobile devices and mobile computing platforms
This control requires organizations to encrypt CUI on mobile devices and mobile computing platforms. It is part of the Access Control family and is one of the 110 NIST SP 800-171 Rev. 2 requirements DFARS 252.204-7012 obliges contractors handling CUI to implement — the requirement set CMMC Level 2 assesses. Implementing it protects CUI and supports the score you self-report to SPRS.
3.1.20|Verify and control/limit connections to and use of external systems
This control requires organizations to verify and control/limit connections to and use of external systems. It is part of the Access Control family and is one of the 110 NIST SP 800-171 Rev. 2 requirements DFARS 252.204-7012 obliges contractors handling CUI to implement — the requirement set CMMC Level 2 assesses. Implementing it protects CUI and supports the score you self-report to SPRS.
3.1.21|Limit use of portable storage devices on external systems
This control requires organizations to limit use of portable storage devices on external systems. It is part of the Access Control family and is one of the 110 NIST SP 800-171 Rev. 2 requirements DFARS 252.204-7012 obliges contractors handling CUI to implement — the requirement set CMMC Level 2 assesses. Implementing it protects CUI and supports the score you self-report to SPRS.
3.1.22|Control CUI posted or processed on publicly accessible systems
This control requires organizations to control CUI posted or processed on publicly accessible systems. It is part of the Access Control family and is one of the 110 NIST SP 800-171 Rev. 2 requirements DFARS 252.204-7012 obliges contractors handling CUI to implement — the requirement set CMMC Level 2 assesses. Implementing it protects CUI and supports the score you self-report to SPRS.
3.2 — Awareness and Training
3 controls
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
This control requires organizations to 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. It is part of the Awareness and Training family and is one of the 110 NIST SP 800-171 Rev. 2 requirements DFARS 252.204-7012 obliges contractors handling CUI to implement — the requirement set CMMC Level 2 assesses. Implementing it protects CUI and supports the score you self-report to SPRS.
3.2.2|Ensure that personnel are trained to carry out their assigned information security-related duties and responsibilities
This control requires organizations to ensure that personnel are trained to carry out their assigned information security-related duties and responsibilities. It is part of the Awareness and Training family and is one of the 110 NIST SP 800-171 Rev. 2 requirements DFARS 252.204-7012 obliges contractors handling CUI to implement — the requirement set CMMC Level 2 assesses. Implementing it protects CUI and supports the score you self-report to SPRS.
3.2.3|Provide security awareness training on recognizing and reporting potential indicators of insider threat
This control requires organizations to provide security awareness training on recognizing and reporting potential indicators of insider threat. It is part of the Awareness and Training family and is one of the 110 NIST SP 800-171 Rev. 2 requirements DFARS 252.204-7012 obliges contractors handling CUI to implement — the requirement set CMMC Level 2 assesses. Implementing it protects CUI and supports the score you self-report to SPRS.
3.3 — Audit and Accountability
9 controls
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
This control requires organizations to 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. It is part of the Audit and Accountability family and is one of the 110 NIST SP 800-171 Rev. 2 requirements DFARS 252.204-7012 obliges contractors handling CUI to implement — the requirement set CMMC Level 2 assesses. Implementing it protects CUI and supports the score you self-report to SPRS.
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
This control requires organizations to ensure that the actions of individual system users can be uniquely traced to those users, so they can be held accountable for their actions. It is part of the Audit and Accountability family and is one of the 110 NIST SP 800-171 Rev. 2 requirements DFARS 252.204-7012 obliges contractors handling CUI to implement — the requirement set CMMC Level 2 assesses. Implementing it protects CUI and supports the score you self-report to SPRS.
3.3.3|Review and update logged events
This control requires organizations to review and update logged events. It is part of the Audit and Accountability family and is one of the 110 NIST SP 800-171 Rev. 2 requirements DFARS 252.204-7012 obliges contractors handling CUI to implement — the requirement set CMMC Level 2 assesses. Implementing it protects CUI and supports the score you self-report to SPRS.
3.3.4|Alert in the event of an audit logging process failure
This control requires organizations to alert in the event of an audit logging process failure. It is part of the Audit and Accountability family and is one of the 110 NIST SP 800-171 Rev. 2 requirements DFARS 252.204-7012 obliges contractors handling CUI to implement — the requirement set CMMC Level 2 assesses. Implementing it protects CUI and supports the score you self-report to SPRS.
3.3.5|Correlate audit record review, analysis, and reporting processes for investigation and response to indications of unlawful, unauthorized, suspicious, or unusual activity
This control requires organizations to correlate audit record review, analysis, and reporting processes for investigation and response to indications of unlawful, unauthorized, suspicious, or unusual activity. It is part of the Audit and Accountability family and is one of the 110 NIST SP 800-171 Rev. 2 requirements DFARS 252.204-7012 obliges contractors handling CUI to implement — the requirement set CMMC Level 2 assesses. Implementing it protects CUI and supports the score you self-report to SPRS.
3.3.6|Provide audit record reduction and report generation to support on-demand analysis and reporting
This control requires organizations to provide audit record reduction and report generation to support on-demand analysis and reporting. It is part of the Audit and Accountability family and is one of the 110 NIST SP 800-171 Rev. 2 requirements DFARS 252.204-7012 obliges contractors handling CUI to implement — the requirement set CMMC Level 2 assesses. Implementing it protects CUI and supports the score you self-report to SPRS.
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
This control requires organizations to provide a system capability that compares and synchronizes internal system clocks with an authoritative source to generate time stamps for audit records. It is part of the Audit and Accountability family and is one of the 110 NIST SP 800-171 Rev. 2 requirements DFARS 252.204-7012 obliges contractors handling CUI to implement — the requirement set CMMC Level 2 assesses. Implementing it protects CUI and supports the score you self-report to SPRS.
3.3.8|Protect audit information and audit logging tools from unauthorized access, modification, and deletion
This control requires organizations to protect audit information and audit logging tools from unauthorized access, modification, and deletion. It is part of the Audit and Accountability family and is one of the 110 NIST SP 800-171 Rev. 2 requirements DFARS 252.204-7012 obliges contractors handling CUI to implement — the requirement set CMMC Level 2 assesses. Implementing it protects CUI and supports the score you self-report to SPRS.
3.3.9|Limit management of audit logging functionality to a subset of privileged users
This control requires organizations to limit management of audit logging functionality to a subset of privileged users. It is part of the Audit and Accountability family and is one of the 110 NIST SP 800-171 Rev. 2 requirements DFARS 252.204-7012 obliges contractors handling CUI to implement — the requirement set CMMC Level 2 assesses. Implementing it protects CUI and supports the score you self-report to SPRS.
3.4 — Configuration Management
9 controls
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
This control requires organizations to establish and maintain baseline configurations and inventories of organizational systems (including hardware, software, firmware, and documentation) throughout the respective system development life cycles. It is part of the Configuration Management family and is one of the 110 NIST SP 800-171 Rev. 2 requirements DFARS 252.204-7012 obliges contractors handling CUI to implement — the requirement set CMMC Level 2 assesses. Implementing it protects CUI and supports the score you self-report to SPRS.
3.4.2|Establish and enforce security configuration settings for information technology products employed in organizational systems
This control requires organizations to establish and enforce security configuration settings for information technology products employed in organizational systems. It is part of the Configuration Management family and is one of the 110 NIST SP 800-171 Rev. 2 requirements DFARS 252.204-7012 obliges contractors handling CUI to implement — the requirement set CMMC Level 2 assesses. Implementing it protects CUI and supports the score you self-report to SPRS.
3.4.3|Track, review, approve or disapprove, and log changes to organizational systems
This control requires organizations to track, review, approve or disapprove, and log changes to organizational systems. It is part of the Configuration Management family and is one of the 110 NIST SP 800-171 Rev. 2 requirements DFARS 252.204-7012 obliges contractors handling CUI to implement — the requirement set CMMC Level 2 assesses. Implementing it protects CUI and supports the score you self-report to SPRS.
3.4.4|Analyze the security impact of changes prior to implementation
This control requires organizations to analyze the security impact of changes prior to implementation. It is part of the Configuration Management family and is one of the 110 NIST SP 800-171 Rev. 2 requirements DFARS 252.204-7012 obliges contractors handling CUI to implement — the requirement set CMMC Level 2 assesses. Implementing it protects CUI and supports the score you self-report to SPRS.
3.4.5|Define, document, approve, and enforce physical and logical access restrictions associated with changes to organizational systems
This control requires organizations to define, document, approve, and enforce physical and logical access restrictions associated with changes to organizational systems. It is part of the Configuration Management family and is one of the 110 NIST SP 800-171 Rev. 2 requirements DFARS 252.204-7012 obliges contractors handling CUI to implement — the requirement set CMMC Level 2 assesses. Implementing it protects CUI and supports the score you self-report to SPRS.
3.4.6|Employ the principle of least functionality by configuring organizational systems to provide only essential capabilities
This control requires organizations to employ the principle of least functionality by configuring organizational systems to provide only essential capabilities. It is part of the Configuration Management family and is one of the 110 NIST SP 800-171 Rev. 2 requirements DFARS 252.204-7012 obliges contractors handling CUI to implement — the requirement set CMMC Level 2 assesses. Implementing it protects CUI and supports the score you self-report to SPRS.
3.4.7|Restrict, disable, or prevent the use of nonessential programs, functions, ports, protocols, and services
This control requires organizations to restrict, disable, or prevent the use of nonessential programs, functions, ports, protocols, and services. It is part of the Configuration Management family and is one of the 110 NIST SP 800-171 Rev. 2 requirements DFARS 252.204-7012 obliges contractors handling CUI to implement — the requirement set CMMC Level 2 assesses. Implementing it protects CUI and supports the score you self-report to SPRS.
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
This control requires organizations to 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. It is part of the Configuration Management family and is one of the 110 NIST SP 800-171 Rev. 2 requirements DFARS 252.204-7012 obliges contractors handling CUI to implement — the requirement set CMMC Level 2 assesses. Implementing it protects CUI and supports the score you self-report to SPRS.
3.4.9|Control and monitor user-installed software
This control requires organizations to control and monitor user-installed software. It is part of the Configuration Management family and is one of the 110 NIST SP 800-171 Rev. 2 requirements DFARS 252.204-7012 obliges contractors handling CUI to implement — the requirement set CMMC Level 2 assesses. Implementing it protects CUI and supports the score you self-report to SPRS.
3.5 — Identification and Authentication
11 controls
3.5.1|Identify system users, processes acting on behalf of users, and devices
This control requires organizations to identify system users, processes acting on behalf of users, and devices. It is part of the Identification and Authentication family and is one of the 110 NIST SP 800-171 Rev. 2 requirements DFARS 252.204-7012 obliges contractors handling CUI to implement — the requirement set CMMC Level 2 assesses. Implementing it protects CUI and supports the score you self-report to SPRS.
3.5.2|Authenticate (or verify) the identities of users, processes, or devices, as a prerequisite to allowing access to organizational systems
This control requires organizations to authenticate (or verify) the identities of users, processes, or devices, as a prerequisite to allowing access to organizational systems. It is part of the Identification and Authentication family and is one of the 110 NIST SP 800-171 Rev. 2 requirements DFARS 252.204-7012 obliges contractors handling CUI to implement — the requirement set CMMC Level 2 assesses. Implementing it protects CUI and supports the score you self-report to SPRS.
3.5.3|Use multifactor authentication for local and network access to privileged accounts and for network access to non-privileged accounts
This control requires organizations to use multifactor authentication for local and network access to privileged accounts and for network access to non-privileged accounts. It is part of the Identification and Authentication family and is one of the 110 NIST SP 800-171 Rev. 2 requirements DFARS 252.204-7012 obliges contractors handling CUI to implement — the requirement set CMMC Level 2 assesses. Implementing it protects CUI and supports the score you self-report to SPRS.
3.5.4|Employ replay-resistant authentication mechanisms for network access to privileged and non-privileged accounts
This control requires organizations to employ replay-resistant authentication mechanisms for network access to privileged and non-privileged accounts. It is part of the Identification and Authentication family and is one of the 110 NIST SP 800-171 Rev. 2 requirements DFARS 252.204-7012 obliges contractors handling CUI to implement — the requirement set CMMC Level 2 assesses. Implementing it protects CUI and supports the score you self-report to SPRS.
3.5.5|Prevent reuse of identifiers for a defined period
This control requires organizations to prevent reuse of identifiers for a defined period. It is part of the Identification and Authentication family and is one of the 110 NIST SP 800-171 Rev. 2 requirements DFARS 252.204-7012 obliges contractors handling CUI to implement — the requirement set CMMC Level 2 assesses. Implementing it protects CUI and supports the score you self-report to SPRS.
3.5.6|Disable identifiers after a defined period of inactivity
This control requires organizations to disable identifiers after a defined period of inactivity. It is part of the Identification and Authentication family and is one of the 110 NIST SP 800-171 Rev. 2 requirements DFARS 252.204-7012 obliges contractors handling CUI to implement — the requirement set CMMC Level 2 assesses. Implementing it protects CUI and supports the score you self-report to SPRS.
3.5.7|Enforce a minimum password complexity and change of characters when new passwords are created
This control requires organizations to enforce a minimum password complexity and change of characters when new passwords are created. It is part of the Identification and Authentication family and is one of the 110 NIST SP 800-171 Rev. 2 requirements DFARS 252.204-7012 obliges contractors handling CUI to implement — the requirement set CMMC Level 2 assesses. Implementing it protects CUI and supports the score you self-report to SPRS.
3.5.8|Prohibit password reuse for a specified number of generations
This control requires organizations to prohibit password reuse for a specified number of generations. It is part of the Identification and Authentication family and is one of the 110 NIST SP 800-171 Rev. 2 requirements DFARS 252.204-7012 obliges contractors handling CUI to implement — the requirement set CMMC Level 2 assesses. Implementing it protects CUI and supports the score you self-report to SPRS.
3.5.9|Allow temporary password use for system logons with an immediate change to a permanent password
This control requires organizations to allow temporary password use for system logons with an immediate change to a permanent password. It is part of the Identification and Authentication family and is one of the 110 NIST SP 800-171 Rev. 2 requirements DFARS 252.204-7012 obliges contractors handling CUI to implement — the requirement set CMMC Level 2 assesses. Implementing it protects CUI and supports the score you self-report to SPRS.
3.5.10|Store and transmit only cryptographically-protected passwords
This control requires organizations to store and transmit only cryptographically-protected passwords. It is part of the Identification and Authentication family and is one of the 110 NIST SP 800-171 Rev. 2 requirements DFARS 252.204-7012 obliges contractors handling CUI to implement — the requirement set CMMC Level 2 assesses. Implementing it protects CUI and supports the score you self-report to SPRS.
3.5.11|Obscure feedback of authentication information
This control requires organizations to obscure feedback of authentication information. It is part of the Identification and Authentication family and is one of the 110 NIST SP 800-171 Rev. 2 requirements DFARS 252.204-7012 obliges contractors handling CUI to implement — the requirement set CMMC Level 2 assesses. Implementing it protects CUI and supports the score you self-report to SPRS.
3.6 — Incident Response
3 controls
3.6.1|Establish an operational incident-handling capability for organizational systems that includes preparation, detection, analysis, containment, recovery, and user response activities
This control requires organizations to establish an operational incident-handling capability for organizational systems that includes preparation, detection, analysis, containment, recovery, and user response activities. It is part of the Incident Response family and is one of the 110 NIST SP 800-171 Rev. 2 requirements DFARS 252.204-7012 obliges contractors handling CUI to implement — the requirement set CMMC Level 2 assesses. Implementing it protects CUI and supports the score you self-report to SPRS.
3.6.2|Track, document, and report incidents to designated officials and/or authorities both internal and external to the organization
This control requires organizations to track, document, and report incidents to designated officials and/or authorities both internal and external to the organization. It is part of the Incident Response family and is one of the 110 NIST SP 800-171 Rev. 2 requirements DFARS 252.204-7012 obliges contractors handling CUI to implement — the requirement set CMMC Level 2 assesses. Implementing it protects CUI and supports the score you self-report to SPRS.
3.6.3|Test the organizational incident response capability
This control requires organizations to test the organizational incident response capability. It is part of the Incident Response family and is one of the 110 NIST SP 800-171 Rev. 2 requirements DFARS 252.204-7012 obliges contractors handling CUI to implement — the requirement set CMMC Level 2 assesses. Implementing it protects CUI and supports the score you self-report to SPRS.
3.7 — Maintenance
6 controls
3.7.1|Perform maintenance on organizational systems
This control requires organizations to perform maintenance on organizational systems. It is part of the Maintenance family and is one of the 110 NIST SP 800-171 Rev. 2 requirements DFARS 252.204-7012 obliges contractors handling CUI to implement — the requirement set CMMC Level 2 assesses. Implementing it protects CUI and supports the score you self-report to SPRS.
3.7.2|Provide controls on the tools, techniques, mechanisms, and personnel used to conduct system maintenance
This control requires organizations to provide controls on the tools, techniques, mechanisms, and personnel used to conduct system maintenance. It is part of the Maintenance family and is one of the 110 NIST SP 800-171 Rev. 2 requirements DFARS 252.204-7012 obliges contractors handling CUI to implement — the requirement set CMMC Level 2 assesses. Implementing it protects CUI and supports the score you self-report to SPRS.
3.7.3|Ensure equipment removed for off-site maintenance is sanitized of any CUI
This control requires organizations to ensure equipment removed for off-site maintenance is sanitized of any CUI. It is part of the Maintenance family and is one of the 110 NIST SP 800-171 Rev. 2 requirements DFARS 252.204-7012 obliges contractors handling CUI to implement — the requirement set CMMC Level 2 assesses. Implementing it protects CUI and supports the score you self-report to SPRS.
3.7.4|Check media containing diagnostic and test programs for malicious code before the media are used in organizational systems
This control requires organizations to check media containing diagnostic and test programs for malicious code before the media are used in organizational systems. It is part of the Maintenance family and is one of the 110 NIST SP 800-171 Rev. 2 requirements DFARS 252.204-7012 obliges contractors handling CUI to implement — the requirement set CMMC Level 2 assesses. Implementing it protects CUI and supports the score you self-report to SPRS.
3.7.5|Require multifactor authentication to establish nonlocal maintenance sessions via external network connections and terminate such connections when nonlocal maintenance is complete
This control requires organizations to require multifactor authentication to establish nonlocal maintenance sessions via external network connections and terminate such connections when nonlocal maintenance is complete. It is part of the Maintenance family and is one of the 110 NIST SP 800-171 Rev. 2 requirements DFARS 252.204-7012 obliges contractors handling CUI to implement — the requirement set CMMC Level 2 assesses. Implementing it protects CUI and supports the score you self-report to SPRS.
3.7.6|Supervise the maintenance activities of maintenance personnel without required access authorization
This control requires organizations to supervise the maintenance activities of maintenance personnel without required access authorization. It is part of the Maintenance family and is one of the 110 NIST SP 800-171 Rev. 2 requirements DFARS 252.204-7012 obliges contractors handling CUI to implement — the requirement set CMMC Level 2 assesses. Implementing it protects CUI and supports the score you self-report to SPRS.
3.8 — Media Protection
9 controls
3.8.1|Protect (i.e., physically control and securely store) system media containing CUI, both paper and digital
This control requires organizations to protect (i.e., physically control and securely store) system media containing CUI, both paper and digital. It is part of the Media Protection family and is one of the 110 NIST SP 800-171 Rev. 2 requirements DFARS 252.204-7012 obliges contractors handling CUI to implement — the requirement set CMMC Level 2 assesses. Implementing it protects CUI and supports the score you self-report to SPRS.
3.8.2|Limit access to CUI on system media to authorized users
This control requires organizations to limit access to CUI on system media to authorized users. It is part of the Media Protection family and is one of the 110 NIST SP 800-171 Rev. 2 requirements DFARS 252.204-7012 obliges contractors handling CUI to implement — the requirement set CMMC Level 2 assesses. Implementing it protects CUI and supports the score you self-report to SPRS.
3.8.3|Sanitize or destroy system media containing CUI before disposal or release for reuse
This control requires organizations to sanitize or destroy system media containing CUI before disposal or release for reuse. It is part of the Media Protection family and is one of the 110 NIST SP 800-171 Rev. 2 requirements DFARS 252.204-7012 obliges contractors handling CUI to implement — the requirement set CMMC Level 2 assesses. Implementing it protects CUI and supports the score you self-report to SPRS.
3.8.4|Mark media with necessary CUI markings and distribution limitations
This control requires organizations to mark media with necessary CUI markings and distribution limitations. It is part of the Media Protection family and is one of the 110 NIST SP 800-171 Rev. 2 requirements DFARS 252.204-7012 obliges contractors handling CUI to implement — the requirement set CMMC Level 2 assesses. Implementing it protects CUI and supports the score you self-report to SPRS.
3.8.5|Control access to media containing CUI and maintain accountability for media during transport outside of controlled areas
This control requires organizations to control access to media containing CUI and maintain accountability for media during transport outside of controlled areas. It is part of the Media Protection family and is one of the 110 NIST SP 800-171 Rev. 2 requirements DFARS 252.204-7012 obliges contractors handling CUI to implement — the requirement set CMMC Level 2 assesses. Implementing it protects CUI and supports the score you self-report to SPRS.
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
This control requires organizations to implement cryptographic mechanisms to protect the confidentiality of CUI stored on digital media during transport unless otherwise protected by alternative physical safeguards. It is part of the Media Protection family and is one of the 110 NIST SP 800-171 Rev. 2 requirements DFARS 252.204-7012 obliges contractors handling CUI to implement — the requirement set CMMC Level 2 assesses. Implementing it protects CUI and supports the score you self-report to SPRS.
3.8.7|Control the use of removable media on system components
This control requires organizations to control the use of removable media on system components. It is part of the Media Protection family and is one of the 110 NIST SP 800-171 Rev. 2 requirements DFARS 252.204-7012 obliges contractors handling CUI to implement — the requirement set CMMC Level 2 assesses. Implementing it protects CUI and supports the score you self-report to SPRS.
3.8.8|Prohibit the use of portable storage devices when such devices have no identifiable owner
This control requires organizations to prohibit the use of portable storage devices when such devices have no identifiable owner. It is part of the Media Protection family and is one of the 110 NIST SP 800-171 Rev. 2 requirements DFARS 252.204-7012 obliges contractors handling CUI to implement — the requirement set CMMC Level 2 assesses. Implementing it protects CUI and supports the score you self-report to SPRS.
3.8.9|Protect the confidentiality of backup CUI at storage locations
This control requires organizations to protect the confidentiality of backup CUI at storage locations. It is part of the Media Protection family and is one of the 110 NIST SP 800-171 Rev. 2 requirements DFARS 252.204-7012 obliges contractors handling CUI to implement — the requirement set CMMC Level 2 assesses. Implementing it protects CUI and supports the score you self-report to SPRS.
3.9 — Personnel Security
2 controls
3.9.1|Screen individuals prior to authorizing access to organizational systems containing CUI
This control requires organizations to screen individuals prior to authorizing access to organizational systems containing CUI. It is part of the Personnel Security family and is one of the 110 NIST SP 800-171 Rev. 2 requirements DFARS 252.204-7012 obliges contractors handling CUI to implement — the requirement set CMMC Level 2 assesses. Implementing it protects CUI and supports the score you self-report to SPRS.
3.9.2|Ensure that organizational systems containing CUI are protected during and after personnel actions such as terminations and transfers
This control requires organizations to ensure that organizational systems containing CUI are protected during and after personnel actions such as terminations and transfers. It is part of the Personnel Security family and is one of the 110 NIST SP 800-171 Rev. 2 requirements DFARS 252.204-7012 obliges contractors handling CUI to implement — the requirement set CMMC Level 2 assesses. Implementing it protects CUI and supports the score you self-report to SPRS.
3.10 — Physical Protection
6 controls
3.10.1|Limit physical access to organizational systems, equipment, and the respective operating environments to authorized individuals
This control requires organizations to limit physical access to organizational systems, equipment, and the respective operating environments to authorized individuals. It is part of the Physical Protection family and is one of the 110 NIST SP 800-171 Rev. 2 requirements DFARS 252.204-7012 obliges contractors handling CUI to implement — the requirement set CMMC Level 2 assesses. Implementing it protects CUI and supports the score you self-report to SPRS.
3.10.2|Protect and monitor the physical facility and support infrastructure for organizational systems
This control requires organizations to protect and monitor the physical facility and support infrastructure for organizational systems. It is part of the Physical Protection family and is one of the 110 NIST SP 800-171 Rev. 2 requirements DFARS 252.204-7012 obliges contractors handling CUI to implement — the requirement set CMMC Level 2 assesses. Implementing it protects CUI and supports the score you self-report to SPRS.
3.10.3|Escort visitors and monitor visitor activity
This control requires organizations to escort visitors and monitor visitor activity. It is part of the Physical Protection family and is one of the 110 NIST SP 800-171 Rev. 2 requirements DFARS 252.204-7012 obliges contractors handling CUI to implement — the requirement set CMMC Level 2 assesses. Implementing it protects CUI and supports the score you self-report to SPRS.
3.10.4|Maintain audit logs of physical access
This control requires organizations to maintain audit logs of physical access. It is part of the Physical Protection family and is one of the 110 NIST SP 800-171 Rev. 2 requirements DFARS 252.204-7012 obliges contractors handling CUI to implement — the requirement set CMMC Level 2 assesses. Implementing it protects CUI and supports the score you self-report to SPRS.
3.10.5|Control and manage physical access devices
This control requires organizations to control and manage physical access devices. It is part of the Physical Protection family and is one of the 110 NIST SP 800-171 Rev. 2 requirements DFARS 252.204-7012 obliges contractors handling CUI to implement — the requirement set CMMC Level 2 assesses. Implementing it protects CUI and supports the score you self-report to SPRS.
3.10.6|Enforce safeguarding measures for CUI at alternate work sites
This control requires organizations to enforce safeguarding measures for CUI at alternate work sites. It is part of the Physical Protection family and is one of the 110 NIST SP 800-171 Rev. 2 requirements DFARS 252.204-7012 obliges contractors handling CUI to implement — the requirement set CMMC Level 2 assesses. Implementing it protects CUI and supports the score you self-report to SPRS.
3.11 — Risk Assessment
3 controls
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
This control requires organizations to 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. It is part of the Risk Assessment family and is one of the 110 NIST SP 800-171 Rev. 2 requirements DFARS 252.204-7012 obliges contractors handling CUI to implement — the requirement set CMMC Level 2 assesses. Implementing it protects CUI and supports the score you self-report to SPRS.
3.11.2|Scan for vulnerabilities in organizational systems and applications periodically and when new vulnerabilities affecting those systems and applications are identified
This control requires organizations to scan for vulnerabilities in organizational systems and applications periodically and when new vulnerabilities affecting those systems and applications are identified. It is part of the Risk Assessment family and is one of the 110 NIST SP 800-171 Rev. 2 requirements DFARS 252.204-7012 obliges contractors handling CUI to implement — the requirement set CMMC Level 2 assesses. Implementing it protects CUI and supports the score you self-report to SPRS.
3.11.3|Remediate vulnerabilities in accordance with risk assessments
This control requires organizations to remediate vulnerabilities in accordance with risk assessments. It is part of the Risk Assessment family and is one of the 110 NIST SP 800-171 Rev. 2 requirements DFARS 252.204-7012 obliges contractors handling CUI to implement — the requirement set CMMC Level 2 assesses. Implementing it protects CUI and supports the score you self-report to SPRS.
3.12 — Security Assessment
4 controls
3.12.1|Periodically assess the security controls in organizational systems to determine if the controls are effective in their application
This control requires organizations to periodically assess the security controls in organizational systems to determine if the controls are effective in their application. It is part of the Security Assessment family and is one of the 110 NIST SP 800-171 Rev. 2 requirements DFARS 252.204-7012 obliges contractors handling CUI to implement — the requirement set CMMC Level 2 assesses. Implementing it protects CUI and supports the score you self-report to SPRS.
3.12.2|Develop and implement plans of action designed to correct deficiencies and reduce or eliminate vulnerabilities in organizational systems
This control requires organizations to develop and implement plans of action designed to correct deficiencies and reduce or eliminate vulnerabilities in organizational systems. It is part of the Security Assessment family and is one of the 110 NIST SP 800-171 Rev. 2 requirements DFARS 252.204-7012 obliges contractors handling CUI to implement — the requirement set CMMC Level 2 assesses. Implementing it protects CUI and supports the score you self-report to SPRS.
3.12.3|Monitor security controls on an ongoing basis to ensure the continued effectiveness of the controls
This control requires organizations to monitor security controls on an ongoing basis to ensure the continued effectiveness of the controls. It is part of the Security Assessment family and is one of the 110 NIST SP 800-171 Rev. 2 requirements DFARS 252.204-7012 obliges contractors handling CUI to implement — the requirement set CMMC Level 2 assesses. Implementing it protects CUI and supports the score you self-report to SPRS.
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
This control requires organizations to 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. It is part of the Security Assessment family and is one of the 110 NIST SP 800-171 Rev. 2 requirements DFARS 252.204-7012 obliges contractors handling CUI to implement — the requirement set CMMC Level 2 assesses. Implementing it protects CUI and supports the score you self-report to SPRS.
3.13 — System and Communications Protection
16 controls
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
This control requires organizations to 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. It is part of the System and Communications Protection family and is one of the 110 NIST SP 800-171 Rev. 2 requirements DFARS 252.204-7012 obliges contractors handling CUI to implement — the requirement set CMMC Level 2 assesses. Implementing it protects CUI and supports the score you self-report to SPRS.
3.13.2|Employ architectural designs, software development techniques, and systems engineering principles that promote effective information security within organizational systems
This control requires organizations to employ architectural designs, software development techniques, and systems engineering principles that promote effective information security within organizational systems. It is part of the System and Communications Protection family and is one of the 110 NIST SP 800-171 Rev. 2 requirements DFARS 252.204-7012 obliges contractors handling CUI to implement — the requirement set CMMC Level 2 assesses. Implementing it protects CUI and supports the score you self-report to SPRS.
3.13.3|Separate user functionality from system management functionality
This control requires organizations to separate user functionality from system management functionality. It is part of the System and Communications Protection family and is one of the 110 NIST SP 800-171 Rev. 2 requirements DFARS 252.204-7012 obliges contractors handling CUI to implement — the requirement set CMMC Level 2 assesses. Implementing it protects CUI and supports the score you self-report to SPRS.
3.13.4|Prevent unauthorized and unintended information transfer via shared system resources
This control requires organizations to prevent unauthorized and unintended information transfer via shared system resources. It is part of the System and Communications Protection family and is one of the 110 NIST SP 800-171 Rev. 2 requirements DFARS 252.204-7012 obliges contractors handling CUI to implement — the requirement set CMMC Level 2 assesses. Implementing it protects CUI and supports the score you self-report to SPRS.
3.13.5|Implement subnetworks for publicly accessible system components that are physically or logically separated from internal networks
This control requires organizations to implement subnetworks for publicly accessible system components that are physically or logically separated from internal networks. It is part of the System and Communications Protection family and is one of the 110 NIST SP 800-171 Rev. 2 requirements DFARS 252.204-7012 obliges contractors handling CUI to implement — the requirement set CMMC Level 2 assesses. Implementing it protects CUI and supports the score you self-report to SPRS.
3.13.6|Deny network communications traffic by default and allow network communications traffic by exception (i.e., deny all, permit by exception)
This control requires organizations to deny network communications traffic by default and allow network communications traffic by exception (i.e., deny all, permit by exception). It is part of the System and Communications Protection family and is one of the 110 NIST SP 800-171 Rev. 2 requirements DFARS 252.204-7012 obliges contractors handling CUI to implement — the requirement set CMMC Level 2 assesses. Implementing it protects CUI and supports the score you self-report to SPRS.
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)
This control requires organizations to 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). It is part of the System and Communications Protection family and is one of the 110 NIST SP 800-171 Rev. 2 requirements DFARS 252.204-7012 obliges contractors handling CUI to implement — the requirement set CMMC Level 2 assesses. Implementing it protects CUI and supports the score you self-report to SPRS.
3.13.8|Implement cryptographic mechanisms to prevent unauthorized disclosure of CUI during transmission unless otherwise protected by alternative physical safeguards
This control requires organizations to implement cryptographic mechanisms to prevent unauthorized disclosure of CUI during transmission unless otherwise protected by alternative physical safeguards. It is part of the System and Communications Protection family and is one of the 110 NIST SP 800-171 Rev. 2 requirements DFARS 252.204-7012 obliges contractors handling CUI to implement — the requirement set CMMC Level 2 assesses. Implementing it protects CUI and supports the score you self-report to SPRS.
3.13.9|Terminate network connections associated with communications sessions at the end of the sessions or after a defined period of inactivity
This control requires organizations to terminate network connections associated with communications sessions at the end of the sessions or after a defined period of inactivity. It is part of the System and Communications Protection family and is one of the 110 NIST SP 800-171 Rev. 2 requirements DFARS 252.204-7012 obliges contractors handling CUI to implement — the requirement set CMMC Level 2 assesses. Implementing it protects CUI and supports the score you self-report to SPRS.
3.13.10|Establish and manage cryptographic keys for cryptography employed in organizational systems
This control requires organizations to establish and manage cryptographic keys for cryptography employed in organizational systems. It is part of the System and Communications Protection family and is one of the 110 NIST SP 800-171 Rev. 2 requirements DFARS 252.204-7012 obliges contractors handling CUI to implement — the requirement set CMMC Level 2 assesses. Implementing it protects CUI and supports the score you self-report to SPRS.
3.13.11|Employ FIPS-validated cryptography when used to protect the confidentiality of CUI
This control requires organizations to employ FIPS-validated cryptography when used to protect the confidentiality of CUI. It is part of the System and Communications Protection family and is one of the 110 NIST SP 800-171 Rev. 2 requirements DFARS 252.204-7012 obliges contractors handling CUI to implement — the requirement set CMMC Level 2 assesses. Implementing it protects CUI and supports the score you self-report to SPRS.
3.13.12|Prohibit remote activation of collaborative computing devices and provide indication of devices in use to users present at the device
This control requires organizations to prohibit remote activation of collaborative computing devices and provide indication of devices in use to users present at the device. It is part of the System and Communications Protection family and is one of the 110 NIST SP 800-171 Rev. 2 requirements DFARS 252.204-7012 obliges contractors handling CUI to implement — the requirement set CMMC Level 2 assesses. Implementing it protects CUI and supports the score you self-report to SPRS.
3.13.13|Control and monitor the use of mobile code
This control requires organizations to control and monitor the use of mobile code. It is part of the System and Communications Protection family and is one of the 110 NIST SP 800-171 Rev. 2 requirements DFARS 252.204-7012 obliges contractors handling CUI to implement — the requirement set CMMC Level 2 assesses. Implementing it protects CUI and supports the score you self-report to SPRS.
3.13.14|Control and monitor the use of Voice over Internet Protocol (VoIP) technologies
This control requires organizations to control and monitor the use of Voice over Internet Protocol (VoIP) technologies. It is part of the System and Communications Protection family and is one of the 110 NIST SP 800-171 Rev. 2 requirements DFARS 252.204-7012 obliges contractors handling CUI to implement — the requirement set CMMC Level 2 assesses. Implementing it protects CUI and supports the score you self-report to SPRS.
3.13.15|Protect the authenticity of communications sessions
This control requires organizations to protect the authenticity of communications sessions. It is part of the System and Communications Protection family and is one of the 110 NIST SP 800-171 Rev. 2 requirements DFARS 252.204-7012 obliges contractors handling CUI to implement — the requirement set CMMC Level 2 assesses. Implementing it protects CUI and supports the score you self-report to SPRS.
3.13.16|Protect the confidentiality of CUI at rest
This control requires organizations to protect the confidentiality of CUI at rest. It is part of the System and Communications Protection family and is one of the 110 NIST SP 800-171 Rev. 2 requirements DFARS 252.204-7012 obliges contractors handling CUI to implement — the requirement set CMMC Level 2 assesses. Implementing it protects CUI and supports the score you self-report to SPRS.
3.14 — System and Information Integrity
7 controls
3.14.1|Identify, report, and correct system flaws in a timely manner
This control requires organizations to identify, report, and correct system flaws in a timely manner. It is part of the System and Information Integrity family and is one of the 110 NIST SP 800-171 Rev. 2 requirements DFARS 252.204-7012 obliges contractors handling CUI to implement — the requirement set CMMC Level 2 assesses. Implementing it protects CUI and supports the score you self-report to SPRS.
3.14.2|Provide protection from malicious code at designated locations within organizational systems
This control requires organizations to provide protection from malicious code at designated locations within organizational systems. It is part of the System and Information Integrity family and is one of the 110 NIST SP 800-171 Rev. 2 requirements DFARS 252.204-7012 obliges contractors handling CUI to implement — the requirement set CMMC Level 2 assesses. Implementing it protects CUI and supports the score you self-report to SPRS.
3.14.3|Monitor system security alerts and advisories and take action in response
This control requires organizations to monitor system security alerts and advisories and take action in response. It is part of the System and Information Integrity family and is one of the 110 NIST SP 800-171 Rev. 2 requirements DFARS 252.204-7012 obliges contractors handling CUI to implement — the requirement set CMMC Level 2 assesses. Implementing it protects CUI and supports the score you self-report to SPRS.
3.14.4|Update malicious code protection mechanisms when new releases are available
This control requires organizations to update malicious code protection mechanisms when new releases are available. It is part of the System and Information Integrity family and is one of the 110 NIST SP 800-171 Rev. 2 requirements DFARS 252.204-7012 obliges contractors handling CUI to implement — the requirement set CMMC Level 2 assesses. Implementing it protects CUI and supports the score you self-report to SPRS.
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
This control requires organizations to perform periodic scans of organizational systems and real-time scans of files from external sources as files are downloaded, opened, or executed. It is part of the System and Information Integrity family and is one of the 110 NIST SP 800-171 Rev. 2 requirements DFARS 252.204-7012 obliges contractors handling CUI to implement — the requirement set CMMC Level 2 assesses. Implementing it protects CUI and supports the score you self-report to SPRS.
3.14.6|Monitor organizational systems, including inbound and outbound communications traffic, to detect attacks and indicators of potential attacks
This control requires organizations to monitor organizational systems, including inbound and outbound communications traffic, to detect attacks and indicators of potential attacks. It is part of the System and Information Integrity family and is one of the 110 NIST SP 800-171 Rev. 2 requirements DFARS 252.204-7012 obliges contractors handling CUI to implement — the requirement set CMMC Level 2 assesses. Implementing it protects CUI and supports the score you self-report to SPRS.
3.14.7|Identify unauthorized use of organizational systems
This control requires organizations to identify unauthorized use of organizational systems. It is part of the System and Information Integrity family and is one of the 110 NIST SP 800-171 Rev. 2 requirements DFARS 252.204-7012 obliges contractors handling CUI to implement — the requirement set CMMC Level 2 assesses. Implementing it protects CUI and supports the score you self-report to SPRS.
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