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Hardware Token-Based Authentication IA-5(11)

709  Matthew Burdick September 30, 2022  Identification and Authentication (IA)

Overview:
The information system, for hardware token-based authentication, employs mechanisms that satisfy [Assignment: organization-defined token quality requirements].


Supplemental Guidance:
Hardware token-based authentication typically refers to the use of PKI-based tokens, such as the U.S. Government Personal Identity Verification (PIV) card. Organizations define specific requirements for tokens, such as working with a particular PKI.


Action Items:
1) Ensure that hardware token-based authentication meets organizational requirements

 

Related Documents:
1) Identity and Access Management Policy


Additional Guidance:
Moderate FedRAMP-Defined Assignment / Selection Parameters
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Moderate Additional FedRAMP Requirements and Guidance
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