SI-14(2) Non-persistent Information
Control enhancement of SI-14 Non-persistence
Control
[Assignment: Selection: refresh [si-14.02_odp.02] [si-14.02_odp.03] | generate [si-14.02_odp.04] on demand] ; and
Delete information when no longer needed.
Discussion
Retaining information longer than is needed makes the information a potential target for advanced adversaries searching for high value assets to compromise through unauthorized disclosure, unauthorized modification, or exfiltration. For system-related information, unnecessary retention provides advanced adversaries information that can assist in their reconnaissance and lateral movement through the system.
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