Final Interpretation for RI # 95 - SCP Dependency in ACM_CAP

Date: 02/16/2001
Subject: SCP Dependency in ACM_CAP
CC Part #1 Reference: 
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CC Part #3 Reference: CC Part 3, Section 8.2 (ACM_CAP)
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Issue:

ACM_CAP.3, .4, and .5 have a dependency on ACM_SCP.1. This is an incorrect dependency and should be deleted.



Interpretation

The dependency of ACM_CAP.3,.4 and .5 on ACM_SCP.1 is not required.

Specific Changes

The dependency of ACM_CAP.3,.4 and .5 on ACM_SCP.1 in the CC is removed.

Rationale

Although it may be desirable to have a clear statement of the required granularity and scope of configuration management, the use of ACM_CAP.2,.3,.4 or .5 imposes a minimum of a single configuration item of the TOE, and as such can stand alone. If a PP/ST author desires more than the minimal ACM_CAP requirements for a configuration list, then a component from ACM_SCP can be included in the PP/ST as an additional assurance requirement.