SC-32(1) Separate Physical Domains for Privileged Functions

Control enhancement of SC-32 System Partitioning

Control

Partition privileged functions into separate physical domains.

Discussion

Privileged functions that operate in a single physical domain may represent a single point of failure if that domain becomes compromised or experiences a denial of service.

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