cyberstrikeus GV.OC-04 GV.OC-04
Subcategory of: Organizational Context (GV.OC)
High-Level Description
Function: GOVERN (GV) Framework: NIST Cybersecurity Framework v2.0
Critical objectives, capabilities, and services that external stakeholders depend on or expect from the organization are understood and communicated
What to Check
- Verify GV.OC-04 GV.OC-04 outcome is achieved
- Review documentation and evidence for GV.OC-04
- Assess organizational maturity for GOVERN function
- Map to SP 800-53 controls that satisfy GV.OC-04
How to Test
Step 1: Identify Current Profile
Determine the organization's current and target CSF profile tier for GV.OC-04.
Step 2: Assess Outcome Achievement
# Review organizational policies and procedures
# Check for evidence that GV.OC-04 outcome is met
# Interview stakeholders responsible for GOVERN
Step 3: Map to Technical Controls
Identify which SP 800-53 controls implement this CSF outcome and verify their operating effectiveness.
Tools
| Tool | Purpose | Usage |
|---|---|---|
| cloud-audit-mcp | Assess cloud security posture | cloud_audit_* tools |
| Manual Review | Policy and procedure review | Interviews and documentation |
Remediation Guide
Achieve the GV.OC-04 GV.OC-04 outcome:
Critical objectives, capabilities, and services that external stakeholders depend on or expect from the organization are understood and communicated
Risk Assessment
| Finding | Severity | Impact |
|---|---|---|
| GV.OC-04 GV.OC-04 outcome not achieved | Medium | GOVERN Function Gap |
CWE Categories
| CWE ID | Title |
|---|---|
| N/A | No direct CWE mapping |
References
Checklist
- Current profile tier assessed
- Target profile tier defined
- Gap analysis completed
- SP 800-53 control mapping verified
- Implementation roadmap exists