| name | PE-2(2)_two-forms-of-identification |
| description | Require two forms of identification from the following forms of identification for visitor access to the facility where the system resides: [organizat |
| category | configuration |
| version | 5.2.0 |
| author | cyberstrike-official |
| tags | ["nist","sp800-53","rev5","pe-2-2","pe","enhancement"] |
| tech_stack | ["any"] |
| cwe_ids | [] |
| chains_with | ["IA-2","IA-4","IA-5"] |
| prerequisites | ["PE-2"] |
| severity_boost | {"IA-2":"Chain with IA-2 for comprehensive security coverage","IA-4":"Chain with IA-4 for comprehensive security coverage","IA-5":"Chain with IA-5 for comprehensive security coverage"} |
PE-2(2) Two Forms of Identification
Enhancement of: PE-2
High-Level Description
Family: Physical and Environmental Protection (PE)
Framework: NIST SP 800-53 Rev 5
Acceptable forms of identification include passports, REAL ID-compliant drivers’ licenses, and Personal Identity Verification (PIV) cards. For gaining access to facilities using automated mechanisms, organizations may use PIV cards, key cards, PINs, and biometrics.
What to Check
How to Test
Step 1: Review Documentation
Examine the System Security Plan (SSP) and related artifacts for PE-2(2) implementation details. Verify the organization has documented how this control is satisfied.
Step 2: Validate Implementation
# For cloud environments, use cloud-audit-mcp tools
# For on-premises, review system configurations directly
# Example: Check if account management policies exist
grep -r "account.management\|access.control" /etc/security/ 2>/dev/null
Step 3: Test Operating Effectiveness
Verify the control is actively functioning, not just documented. Check logs, configurations, and operational evidence.
Tools
| Tool | Purpose | Usage |
|---|
| Manual Review | Documentation and interview-based | N/A |
Remediation Guide
Control Statement
Require two forms of identification from the following forms of identification for visitor access to the facility where the system resides: [organization-defined].
Implementation Guidance
Acceptable forms of identification include passports, REAL ID-compliant drivers’ licenses, and Personal Identity Verification (PIV) cards. For gaining access to facilities using automated mechanisms, organizations may use PIV cards, key cards, PINs, and biometrics.
Risk Assessment
