FedRAMP Compliance
PA-05Critical

Require Phishing-Resistant MFA for Admins for FedRAMP Compliance

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

Meeting FedRAMP standards for Microsoft 365 involves implementing controls like PA-05 (Require Phishing-Resistant MFA for Admins). This guide covers the specific FedRAMP requirements addressed by this control and how to achieve compliance.

How PA-05 Addresses FedRAMP Requirements

FedRAMP requires organizations to implement controls around require phishing-resistant mfa for admins. The PA-05 control provides:

  • All users with privileged roles have registered phishing-resistant MFA
  • FIDO2 security keys, Windows Hello for Business, or device-bound passkeys required
  • SMS and voice call MFA methods are blocked for admin accounts

These measures directly support FedRAMP compliance by ensuring proper privileged_access security in your Microsoft 365 environment.

Implementation for Compliance

To satisfy FedRAMP 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 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

Traditional MFA (push notifications, SMS) can be bypassed through social engineering and MFA fatigue attacks. Phishing-resistant methods like FIDO2 keys cannot be phished because they require physical presence and cryptographic proof.

Implementing PA-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.