The application server must produce log records containing sufficient information to establish where the events occurred.

From Application Server Security Requirements Guide

Associated with: CCI-000132

SV-46454r3_rule The application server must produce log records containing sufficient information to establish where the events occurred.

Vulnerability discussion

Application server logging capability is critical for accurate forensic analysis. Without sufficient and accurate information, a correct replay of the events cannot be determined. Ascertaining the correct location or process within the application server where the events occurred is important during forensic analysis. To determine where an event occurred, the log data must contain data such as application components, modules, session identifiers, filenames, host names, and functionality.

Check content

Review the logs on the application server to determine if the logs contain information that establishes where within the application server the event occurred. The data in the log file should establish the component, module, session identifier, filename, host name, and functionality within the application server where an event occurred. If the application server does not log where within the application server the event took place, this is a finding.

Fix text

Configure the application server logging system to log where the event took place.

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