CGRC · Question #95
Which of the following is an official authorization decision that is focused on specific controls implemented in a defined environment of operation to support one or more systems residing within the…
The correct answer is B. Facility authorization. A facility authorization is an official decision that permits one or more information systems to operate within a specific environment based on the assessment of its implemented security controls.
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Which of the following is an official authorization decision that is focused on specific controls implemented in a defined environment of operation to support one or more systems residing within the environment? Response:
Options
- AAuthority to test
- BFacility authorization
- CType authorization
- DJoint authorization
How the community answered
(24 responses)- B88% (21)
- C8% (2)
- D4% (1)
Why each option
A facility authorization is an official decision that permits one or more information systems to operate within a specific environment based on the assessment of its implemented security controls.
Authority to test (ATT) is a precursor to actual testing, granting permission to perform assessments, not an operational authorization decision.
A facility authorization, also known as site authorization, is an official decision that grants approval for one or more information systems to operate within a specific environment, such as a data center or network segment. This authorization is based on the assessment of shared security controls implemented in that environment, supporting the systems residing within it.
Type authorization (or product authorization) applies to a generic system or product that can be deployed in various environments, not necessarily tied to a specific operational environment with implemented controls.
Joint authorization refers to an authorization granted by multiple authorizing officials, often for systems spanning multiple organizations, and is a type of authorization process rather than the authorization of a specific facility or environment itself.
Concept tested: Types of security authorizations
Source: https://csrc.nist.gov/publications/detail/sp/800-37/rev-2/final
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