Vulnerability Scans Outsized Impact on FedRAMP ATO
Though vulnerability scanning is only one FedRAMP control requirement, it has an outsized impact on the FedRAMP process. In the journey toward receiving authorization to operate (ATO), for many companies, it presents a major challenge. Cloud service providers (CSPs) have to demonstrate a well-developed vulnerability management program. The discovery of high-severity vulnerabilities can detail the ATO recommendation process. Making vulnerability scanning a priority during the pre-assessment phase is the critical path for a smoother ride through FedRAMP requirements.