| name | PW.9.1_pw91 |
| description | Define a secure baseline by determining how to configure each setting that has an effect on security or a security-related setting so that the default |
| category | input-validation |
| version | 1.1 |
| author | cyberstrike-official |
| tags | ["nist","sp800-218","ssdf","pw-9-1","pw","secure-development","task"] |
| tech_stack | ["any"] |
| cwe_ids | ["CWE-20"] |
| chains_with | [] |
| prerequisites | ["Configure Software to Have Secure Settings by Default (PW.9)"] |
| severity_boost | {} |
PW.9.1 PW.9.1
Task of practice: Configure Software to Have Secure Settings by Default (PW.9)
High-Level Description
Practice Group: Produce Well-Secured Software (PW)
Framework: NIST SP 800-218 SSDF v1.1
Define a secure baseline by determining how to configure each setting that has an effect on security or a security-related setting so that the default settings are secure and do not weaken the security functions provided by the platform, network infrastructure, or services.
What to Check
How to Test
Step 1: Review SDLC Documentation
Examine development lifecycle documentation for evidence of PW.9.1 practice implementation.
Step 2: Verify Tooling
# Check CI/CD pipeline configuration
# Verify security tools are integrated
# Example: Check for SAST/DAST in pipeline
grep -r "security\|scan\|sast\|dast" .github/workflows/ 2>/dev/null
grep -r "security\|scan" Jenkinsfile 2>/dev/null
Step 3: Assess Developer Awareness
Verify development team understands and follows PW.9.1 PW.9.1 practice.
Tools
| Tool | Purpose | Usage |
|---|
| github-security-mcp | Check repository security settings | github_security_* tools |
| Manual Review | SDLC process review | Documentation and interviews |
Remediation Guide
Implement PW.9.1 PW.9.1 in the software development lifecycle:
Define a secure baseline by determining how to configure each setting that has an effect on security or a security-related setting so that the default settings are secure and do not weaken the security functions provided by the platform, network infrastructure, or services.
Risk Assessment
| Finding | Severity | Impact |
|---|
| PW.9.1 PW.9.1 not implemented | Medium | Secure Development - Produce Well-Secured Software |
