| name | AC-4(26)_audit-filtering-actions |
| description | When transferring information between different security domains, record and audit content filtering actions and results for the information being fil |
| category | authorization |
| version | 5.2.0 |
| author | cyberstrike-official |
| tags | ["nist","sp800-53","rev5","ac-4-26","ac","enhancement"] |
| tech_stack | ["aws","azure","gcp","linux","windows"] |
| cwe_ids | ["CWE-284"] |
| chains_with | ["AU-2","AU-3","AU-12"] |
| prerequisites | ["AC-4"] |
| severity_boost | {"AU-2":"Chain with AU-2 for comprehensive security coverage","AU-3":"Chain with AU-3 for comprehensive security coverage","AU-12":"Chain with AU-12 for comprehensive security coverage"} |
AC-4(26) Audit Filtering Actions
Enhancement of: AC-4
High-Level Description
Family: Access Control (AC)
Framework: NIST SP 800-53 Rev 5
Content filtering is the process of inspecting information as it traverses a cross-domain solution and determines if the information meets a predefined policy. Content filtering actions and the results of filtering actions are recorded for individual messages to ensure that the correct filter actions were applied. Content filter reports are used to assist in troubleshooting actions by, for example, determining why message content was modified and/or why it failed the filtering process. Audit events are defined in AU-2 . Audit records are generated in AU-12.
What to Check
How to Test
Step 1: Review Documentation
Examine the System Security Plan (SSP) and related artifacts for AC-4(26) 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 |
|---|
| cloud-audit-mcp | Check IAM policies and access controls | cloud_audit_iam_policies |
| hackbrowser-mcp | Test web application access controls | browser_auth_test |
Remediation Guide
Control Statement
When transferring information between different security domains, record and audit content filtering actions and results for the information being filtered.
