Restrict Admin Access to Privileged Access Workstations for FedRAMP Compliance
Learn how CA-06 helps you meet FedRAMP requirements for Microsoft 365 and Entra ID security.
Meeting FedRAMP standards for Microsoft 365 involves implementing controls like CA-06 (Restrict Admin Access to Privileged Access Workstations). This guide covers the specific FedRAMP requirements addressed by this control and how to achieve compliance.
How CA-06 Addresses FedRAMP Requirements
FedRAMP requires organizations to implement controls around restrict admin access to privileged access workstations. The CA-06 control provides:
- Administrative portal access is restricted to designated PAW devices
- PAW devices have enhanced security controls (Credential Guard, AppLocker)
- Break-glass procedures exist for PAW unavailability
These measures directly support FedRAMP compliance by ensuring proper conditional_access security in your Microsoft 365 environment.
Implementation for Compliance
To satisfy FedRAMP requirements with this control:
- **Enable the control** - Follow the manual configuration steps
- **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 FedRAMP 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 FedRAMP
Privileged Access Workstations (PAWs) are hardened devices dedicated to admin tasks. By restricting admin portals to PAWs, you prevent credential theft from compromised daily-use devices.
Implementing CA-06 is an important step toward FedRAMP compliance. Combined with TrueConfig's continuous monitoring, you can demonstrate ongoing adherence to FedRAMP requirements.
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TrueConfig continuously monitors your Microsoft 365 tenant for compliance with FedRAMP requirements, including this control.