Block or Require MFA for Risky Sign-Ins for CIS Benchmark Compliance
Learn how CA-03 helps you meet CIS Benchmark requirements for Microsoft 365 and Entra ID security.
Organizations pursuing CIS Benchmark compliance need to address block or require mfa for risky sign-ins as part of their security program. The CA-03 control maps directly to CIS Benchmark requirements, helping demonstrate compliance while strengthening your security posture.
How CA-03 Addresses CIS Benchmark Requirements
CIS Benchmark requires organizations to implement controls around block or require mfa for risky sign-ins. The CA-03 control provides:
- An Identity Protection sign-in risk policy is enabled
- High-risk sign-ins are blocked
- Medium-risk sign-ins require MFA
These measures directly support CIS Benchmark compliance by ensuring proper conditional_access security in your Microsoft 365 environment.
Implementation for Compliance
To satisfy CIS Benchmark requirements with this control:
- **Enable the control** - Use TrueConfig's one-click remediation
- **Document your implementation** - Record how the control was configured
- **Maintain evidence** - TrueConfig automatically logs compliance status
- **Monitor continuously** - Track any deviations from the expected state
Evidence Collection
For CIS Benchmark audits, you'll need to demonstrate:
- Current configuration state
- Historical compliance data
- Remediation actions taken
- Continuous monitoring in place
TrueConfig provides all of this evidence through its audit trail and reporting features.
Why This Control Matters for CIS Benchmark
Microsoft analyzes each sign-in for anomalies (impossible travel, anonymous IP, malware-linked IPs). Risk-based policies automatically escalate protection when threats are detected, without user friction during normal access.
Implementing CA-03 is an important step toward CIS Benchmark compliance. Combined with TrueConfig's continuous monitoring, you can demonstrate ongoing adherence to CIS Benchmark requirements.
Ready to achieve CIS Benchmark compliance?
TrueConfig continuously monitors your Microsoft 365 tenant for compliance with CIS Benchmark requirements, including this control.