Modernizing Logging Requirements for Agencies
The 2021 White House memorandum, which established baseline logging standards, needs an update to keep pace with modern cyber threats.
In August 2021, the White House released memorandum M-21-31, establishing baseline logging and data preservation requirements for federal agencies. This created a framework for capturing, retaining, and managing data, aiming to improve visibility and empower agencies to detect and respond to security incidents more effectively.
However, M-21-31's methods are increasingly outdated. To address modern cyber threats, it must evolve to mandate continuous logging. A revised memorandum should encourage the adoption of open standards collection and open data-storage protocols, ensuring the government retains ownership of the logs.
M-21-31 must evolve to mandate continuous logging.
A revised approach would improve the effectiveness of federal agencies in detecting and responding to security incidents.
Author's summary: Updating logging requirements is crucial for agencies to combat modern cyber threats.
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