cyberstrikeus 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
- Verify PE-2(2) Two Forms of Identification is documented in SSP
- Confirm control is operating effectively
- Review evidence of continuous monitoring for PE-2(2)
- Verify enhancement builds upon base control PE-2
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
| Finding | Severity | Impact |
|---|---|---|
| PE-2(2) Two Forms of Identification not implemented | Medium | Physical and Environmental Protection |
| PE-2(2) partially implemented | Low | Incomplete Physical and Environmental Protection |
CWE Categories
| CWE ID | Title |
|---|---|
| N/A | No direct CWE mapping |
References
- NIST SP 800-53 Rev 5 - PE-2(2)
- NIST SP 800-53A Rev 5 (Assessment Procedures)
- NIST SP 800-53 Rev 5 Full Catalog
Checklist
- Control documented in SSP
- Implementation evidence collected
- Operating effectiveness validated
- Continuous monitoring in place
- Related controls (IA-2, IA-4, IA-5) reviewed