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SUPPORTED EVIDENCETESTEDLast reviewed: 2026-07-01

IA-8: Uniquely identify and authenticate non-organizational users

Vallum evidence mapping for NIST SP 800-53 IA-8 — uniquely identify and authenticate non-organizational users. This page documents what evidence Vallum produces, what it does not produce, and what remains the customer's responsibility.

Source Attribution

Framework
NIST SP 800-53 Rev 5
Control ID
IA-8
Source Organization
NIST
Control Objective
Uniquely identify and authenticate non-organizational users

Evidence Vallum Produces

Authentication event receipts, identity-verification records, and credential-lifecycle evidence

Evidence Vallum Does NOT Produce

Biometric verification data, physical identity documents, or multi-factor device attestations

Known Limitations

Vallum produces evidence relevant to this control but does not enforce the control at the infrastructure, network, or operating-system level. Evidence covers Vallum-managed operations only. Customer systems, third-party integrations, and infrastructure controls require separate evidence sources.

Your Responsibilities

Manage identity provider, enforce multi-factor authentication, establish credential policies, and handle identity lifecycle

External Controls Required

Identity provider (IdP), network firewall and segmentation, infrastructure monitoring, endpoint protection, and organizational security policies

Residual Risk

Vallum evidence covers authorization and evidence-layer operations. Gaps exist at infrastructure, network, and physical layers that require complementary controls. Time-of-check to time-of-use windows exist between evidence capture and verification.

Relevant Titan Components

Titan Handshake

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Legal boundary: This mapping is technical reference documentation. It does not constitute compliance certification, legal advice, or audit opinion. The control description is sourced from NIST's publicly available NIST SP 800-53 Rev 5 (public license) and summarized for educational reference. Consult qualified compliance professionals for your specific regulatory obligations.