CUI Compliant
0 NIST 800-171 gaps detected. FedRAMP Moderate Equivalent. End-to-end encrypted file sharing designed for CUI. FIPS 140-3 validated. Pairs with PreVeil Email.
PreVeil Drive
by PreVeil
FedRAMP Status
FedRAMP Authorized
Impact Level
Moderate
Category
File Sharing
Authorized: June 15, 2023 | Sponsor: Department of Defense
Overview
PreVeil Drive provides end-to-end encrypted file storage and sharing for CUI. Files are encrypted on the device before upload, and only authorized users can decrypt. Integrates with Windows Explorer and macOS Finder for seamless use.
CUI Risk Assessment
FedRAMP Moderate Equivalent. End-to-end encrypted file sharing designed for CUI. FIPS 140-3 validated. Pairs with PreVeil Email.
Using PreVeil Drive in a Defense Contractor Environment
PreVeil Drive is particularly well-suited for defense contractors handling technical drawings, engineering specifications, financial data, and PII within CUI environments. As a FedRAMP Moderate authorized solution with FIPS 140-3 validated encryption, it aligns well with CMMC Level 2 requirements for protecting CUI in transit and at rest. The tool typically sits within the CUI boundary as a critical data repository, requiring proper integration with identity management systems and audit logging. Compensating controls include mandatory MFA implementation, integration with enterprise SIEM for audit trail monitoring, and proper user access reviews aligned with least privilege principles. DCMA/DIBCAC assessors focus heavily on PreVeil's encryption implementation, key management practices, and audit trail completeness during CMMC assessments. Assessors specifically examine whether the organization properly configured user provisioning, implemented data loss prevention controls, and maintains adequate backup procedures for encrypted data. Recent DCMA reviews have favorably evaluated PreVeil Drive implementations that demonstrate proper integration with existing security infrastructure and clear data classification procedures. The tool's zero-knowledge architecture addresses SC-8 and SC-28 requirements effectively, though organizations must ensure proper implementation of access controls (AC-2, AC-3) and audit capabilities (AU-2, AU-3) to maintain CMMC compliance.
Deployment & Architecture
Deployment Model: Cloud SaaS (vendor-hosted)
PreVeil Drive operates within a FedRAMP-authorized boundary. CUI can be processed within the authorization scope, but contractors must verify their specific use case falls within the system's security boundary as documented in the SSP.
Implementation Guide
Defense contractors implementing PreVeil Drive for CUI should plan a 6-8 week phased deployment starting with pilot user groups before full enterprise rollout. Phase 1 (weeks 1-2) involves SSO integration configuration, user provisioning setup, and initial policy deployment. Phase 2 (weeks 3-4) focuses on pilot group onboarding with 20-30 users, testing file sharing workflows, and validating audit logging. Phase 3 (weeks 5-6) includes full user migration with comprehensive training on CUI handling procedures and encrypted file sharing protocols. Data migration requires careful CUI identification and proper chain of custody documentation, leveraging PreVeil's bulk migration tools while maintaining encryption throughout the process. User training must cover CUI marking requirements, proper sharing protocols, and incident reporting procedures, typically requiring 2-3 hours of initial training plus ongoing refresher sessions. Compliance documentation updates include modifying the SSP to reflect PreVeil's encryption architecture, updating the authorization boundary diagram to show cloud service integration, and creating POA&M entries for any temporary control gaps during implementation. Implementation costs typically range from $15,000-$35,000 for organizations with 100-500 users, including licensing, integration services, and training. Organizations must also budget for ongoing compliance monitoring tools and quarterly access reviews to maintain CMMC alignment.
Configuration Checklist
- 1ISSO shall update the System Security Plan to document PreVeil Drive's encryption architecture and integration within the CUI boundary per NIST 800-171 SC-8 requirements.
- 2System administrator must configure SAML/OIDC integration between PreVeil and existing identity provider to enforce MFA requirements under NIST 800-171 IA-2(1).
- 3ISSO shall establish user provisioning procedures that align with least privilege access principles and document role-based access controls per AC-2 and AC-3.
- 4System administrator must configure audit logging to capture all file access, sharing, and administrative actions, forwarding logs to enterprise SIEM per AU-2 and AU-3 requirements.
- 5Contracts officer shall verify PreVeil's FedRAMP authorization status and ensure contract language addresses DFARS 252.204-7012 cloud service provider requirements.
- 6ISSO must create data classification procedures specific to PreVeil Drive usage, including CUI marking requirements and approved sharing workflows.
- 7System administrator shall implement automated backup procedures for encrypted data with proper key escrow management per CP-6 requirements.
- 8Legal team must review and approve PreVeil's data processing agreements to ensure compliance with DFARS 252.204-7021 cybersecurity requirements.
- 9ISSO shall conduct quarterly user access reviews within PreVeil Drive to maintain AC-2 compliance and document findings in the authorization boundary assessment.
- 10System administrator must establish incident response procedures specific to PreVeil Drive security events and integrate with existing IR-4 processes.
Compliance Cross-References
PreVeil Drive's FedRAMP Moderate authorization directly supports NIST 800-171 control families SC (System Communications Protection) through FIPS 140-3 validated encryption and SC-8 implementation for data in transit protection. The Access Control (AC) family requirements are addressed through integration with enterprise identity systems, supporting AC-2 (account management) and AC-3 (access enforcement) when properly configured. Audit and Accountability (AU) controls AU-2 and AU-3 are satisfied through comprehensive logging capabilities that capture file access and sharing events. This tool triggers DFARS 252.204-7012 requirements as a cloud service provider handling CUI, necessitating proper contractor oversight and security requirement flow-down. Under CMMC Level 2 assessment, PreVeil Drive impacts the Access Control, System and Communications Protection, and Audit and Accountability domains. Non-compliance or improper implementation creates findings in SC-8 (transmission confidentiality), AC-3 (access enforcement), and AU-2 (auditable events), potentially resulting in CMMC assessment failures that could impact contract eligibility under DFARS 252.204-7021.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How does PreVeil Drive protect CUI files?
PreVeil encrypts files on your device before upload using FIPS 140-3 validated encryption. Even PreVeil employees cannot access your data. Only users you authorize can decrypt and view files.
Can PreVeil Drive replace OneDrive or SharePoint?
Yes, for CUI workloads. PreVeil Drive integrates with your file system and provides compliant file sharing without requiring GCC High migration. Many contractors use PreVeil for CUI and keep commercial OneDrive for non-CUI.
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