FedRAMP Compliance
ID-05High

Configure Smart Lockout Protection for FedRAMP Compliance

Learn how ID-05 helps you meet FedRAMP requirements for Microsoft 365 and Entra ID security.

Organizations pursuing FedRAMP compliance need to address configure smart lockout protection as part of their security program. The ID-05 control maps directly to FedRAMP requirements, helping demonstrate compliance while strengthening your security posture.

How ID-05 Addresses FedRAMP Requirements

FedRAMP requires organizations to implement controls around configure smart lockout protection. The ID-05 control provides:

  • Smart lockout is enabled with appropriate thresholds
  • Lockout threshold is 5 or fewer failed attempts
  • Custom banned password list is configured

These measures directly support FedRAMP compliance by ensuring proper identity 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

Password spray attacks try common passwords across many accounts. Smart lockout detects these patterns and blocks attackers while allowing legitimate users to authenticate. Weak settings leave you vulnerable.

Implementing ID-05 is an important step toward FedRAMP compliance. Combined with TrueConfig's continuous monitoring, you can demonstrate ongoing adherence to FedRAMP requirements.

Ready to achieve FedRAMP compliance?

TrueConfig continuously monitors your Microsoft 365 tenant for compliance with FedRAMP requirements, including this control.