cyberstrikeus RS.MA-04 RS.MA-04
Subcategory of: Incident Management (RS.MA)
High-Level Description
Function: RESPOND (RS) Framework: NIST Cybersecurity Framework v2.0
Incidents are escalated or elevated as needed
What to Check
- Verify RS.MA-04 RS.MA-04 outcome is achieved
- Review documentation and evidence for RS.MA-04
- Assess organizational maturity for RESPOND function
- Map to SP 800-53 controls that satisfy RS.MA-04
How to Test
Step 1: Identify Current Profile
Determine the organization's current and target CSF profile tier for RS.MA-04.
Step 2: Assess Outcome Achievement
# Review organizational policies and procedures
# Check for evidence that RS.MA-04 outcome is met
# Interview stakeholders responsible for RESPOND
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 RS.MA-04 RS.MA-04 outcome:
Incidents are escalated or elevated as needed
Risk Assessment
| Finding | Severity | Impact |
|---|---|---|
| RS.MA-04 RS.MA-04 outcome not achieved | Medium | RESPOND 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