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IA — IDENTIFICATION AND AUTHENTICATION

IA-7 CRYPTOGRAPHIC MODULE AUTHENTICATION

  • NIST 800-53R4 Membership IA-7:
  • LOW
  • MODERATE
  • HIGH

The information system implements mechanisms for authentication to a cryptographic module that meet the requirements of applicable federal laws, Executive Orders, directives, policies, regulations, standards, and guidance for such authentication.

SUPPLEMENTAL GUIDANCE

Authentication mechanisms may be required within a cryptographic module to authenticate an operator accessing the module and to verify that the operator is authorized to assume the requested role and perform services within that role.

CONTROL ENHANCEMENTS:

  • NO CONTROL ENHANCEMENTS

REFERENCES:

  • FIPS Publication 140
  • http://csrc.nist.gov/groups/STM/cmvp/index.html