IAC-10.6 ยท No Embedded Unencrypted Static Authenticators

Control Description

Mechanisms exist to ensure that unencrypted, static authenticators are not embedded in applications, scripts or stored on function keys.

Control Question
Assessment question for control validation

Does the organization ensure that unencrypted, static authenticators are not embedded in applications, scripts or stored on function keys?

Control Weighting
10
Validation Cadence
Annual
NIST CSF Function
Protect
Supply Chain Risk Management (SCRM) Tiers
Applicable SCRM tier levels for this control
Tier 3 - Tactical
Core Control Designations
Special designations and baseline inclusions
MAD: IAC-10.6
ESP Level 2: IAC-10.6
ESP Level 3: IAC-10.6