Database Logging Rule
This rule specifies that database logging should be enabled to ensure proper auditing and accountability.
| Rule | Database logging should be enabled |
| Framework | NIST 800-53 Revision 5 |
| Severity | ✔ Low |
Rule Description: Database Logging Enabled for NIST 800-53 Revision 5
The rule specifies that database logging should be enabled in accordance with the guidelines provided by the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) 800-53 Revision 5. This rule ensures that organizations adhere to best practices for security monitoring and incident response by collecting and storing necessary logs from their databases.
Troubleshooting Steps:
- 1.Check if the database logging feature is supported by the database management system being used.
- 2.Verify if the database logging is enabled and configured correctly.
- 3.Ensure that the required log events are being captured and stored in a secure location.
- 4.Confirm that the logs are accessible to authorized personnel responsible for monitoring and analyzing security events.
Necessary Codes:
No specific codes are mentioned for this rule. However, the following guidelines will help enable database logging effectively.
Step-by-Step Guide for Remediation:
- 1.
Identify the database management system (DBMS) being used:
- Examples include MySQL, Oracle, SQL Server, PostgreSQL, MongoDB, etc.
- 2.
Check the documentation or user guides provided by the DBMS vendor for instructions on enabling database logging. Alternatively, consult the official documentation for your specific DBMS for guidance.
- 3.
Enable and configure database logging based on the vendor guidelines, considering the following best practices:
- Select the appropriate logging level based on the organization's requirements and the sensitivity of the data.
- Ensure proper rotation and retention policies for log files to avoid excessive storage consumption.
- Enable logging for critical events, including login attempts, privilege changes, data manipulation, and unauthorized access attempts.
- Secure the log files by restricting access to authorized personnel.
- Regularly review log entries for any suspicious or abnormal activities.
- 4.
Regularly monitor and analyze the database logs for potential security incidents or policy violations.
- Utilize a security information and event management (SIEM) tool or a log management system to centralize and analyze logs from multiple databases.
- Establish appropriate alerts or notifications to promptly detect and respond to security events.
- 5.
Establish a process for periodic review and evaluation of database logging configurations to ensure their effectiveness and compliance with NIST 800-53 Revision 5 guidelines.
Note: The actual commands or configuration steps may vary depending on the specific DBMS being used. Consult the vendor documentation for accurate instructions tailored to your environment.
Remember, implementing and maintaining database logging is critical for the security of your organization's data and compliance with NIST 800-53 Revision 5 guidelines.