---
id: DASF-R-8.1
type: risk
source_version: "3.0"
valid_as_of: 2026-10-22
---

# DASF-R-8.1 — Model attribution

Source: [official compendium, AI Lifecycle Risks, row 34](https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1lD5nKC1QNoUTDXdMp31NA9eKcUYGjhtC34MCfQpqpGo/edit#gid=307775890&range=A34:AE34). Snapshot: 2026-10-22; source revision: DASF v 1.0.

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## Risk mechanism

Inadequate governance in machine learning, including a lack of robust access controls, unclear model classification and insufficient documentation, can lead to the improper use or sharing of models. This risk is particularly acute when transferring models outside their designed purpose. To mitigate these risks, groups that post models must provide precise descriptions of their intended use and document how they address potential risks.

## Applicability

[Predictive ML Models](https://mathborgess.github.io/ai-security-wiki/wiki/deployments/predictive-ml.md) · [Fine-tuned LLMs](https://mathborgess.github.io/ai-security-wiki/wiki/deployments/fine-tuned-llm.md) · [Pre-trained LLMs](https://mathborgess.github.io/ai-security-wiki/wiki/deployments/pre-trained-llm.md) · [Foundational LLMs](https://mathborgess.github.io/ai-security-wiki/wiki/deployments/foundation-llm.md) · [External Models](https://mathborgess.github.io/ai-security-wiki/wiki/deployments/external-model.md)

Blank source cells remain null (unspecified); a source “No” means this default filter omits the risk; it does not establish absence in your architecture. Combine every deployment pattern in the system.

## Impacts described by the source

**AI system:**

• Unauthorised Sharing of Models
• Unintended Use of Models
• Inappropriate Use of Models
• Regulatory Non-compliance

**Business:**

• Financial Loss
• Legal Fines
• Customer Retention
• Regulatory Fines and Judgement

## Controls

- [DASF-5](https://mathborgess.github.io/ai-security-wiki/wiki/controls/5.md) — Control access to data and other objects
- [DASF-28](https://mathborgess.github.io/ai-security-wiki/wiki/controls/28.md) — Create model aliases, tags and annotations
- [DASF-29](https://mathborgess.github.io/ai-security-wiki/wiki/controls/29.md) — Build MLOps workflows
- [DASF-51](https://mathborgess.github.io/ai-security-wiki/wiki/controls/51.md) — Share data and AI assets securely

## Source control guidance

• DASF 5: Control access to data and other objects for permissions model across all data assets to protect data and sources
• DASF 28: Create model aliases, tags and annotations for documenting and discovering models
• DASF 29: Build MLOps workflows with human-in-the-loop (HITL) , model stage management and approvals
• DASF 51: Share data and AI assets securely

## Investigate and verify

Project adaptation: use the [evidence workflow](https://mathborgess.github.io/ai-security-wiki/wiki/methodology.md), then request **investigate_risk** with **DASF-R-8.1**. It returns the mechanism above, control-specific evidence requests, proposed tests and remediation acceptance criteria. Until evidence is supplied, the result is **unverified**. Use [the finding template](https://mathborgess.github.io/ai-security-wiki/wiki/templates/finding.md) to record a concrete observation and residual risk.

## Source-reported framework mappings

These are the mappings in this snapshot, with their original edition labels. They are references, not proof of conformity or independent validation.

| Framework | Source mapping |
|---|---|
| MITRE ATLAS as of Q3 2024 | no mapping |
| MITRE ATTACK as of Q3 2024 | no mapping |
| OWASP LLM Top 10 2025 | LLM01.1: Prompt Injection<br>LLM02.1: Insecure Output Handling<br>LLM03.CEV.5: Training Data Poisoning<br>LLM05.5, 7: Supply Chain Vulnerabilities<br>LLM06.3: Sensitive Information Disclosure<br>LLM07.4,5, 6: Insecure Plugin Design<br>LLM08.5, 7: Excessive Agency<br>LLM10.1,4: Model Theft |
| OWASP ML Top 10 v0.3 | ML01:2023 Input Manipulation Attack<br>ML02:2023 Data Poisoning Attack<br>ML03:2023 Model Inversion Attack<br>ML04:2023 Membership Inference Attack<br>ML05:2023 Model Theft<br>ML06:2023 AI Supply Chain Attacks<br>ML07:2023 Transfer Learning Attack<br>ML08:2023 Model Skewing<br>ML09:2023 Output Integrity Attack<br>ML10:2023 Model Poisoning |
| OWASP Agentic AI – Threats and Mitigations | no mapping |
| NIST - 800- 53 - Rev 5 | AC-2:Account Management, <br>AC-6:Least Privilege, <br>AC-17:Remote Access, <br>CM-2:Baseline Configuration, <br>CM-7:Least Functionality, <br>RA-3:Risk Assessment, <br>RA-5:Vulnerability Monitoring and Scanning, <br>SA-4:Acquisition Process, <br>SA-8:Security and Privacy Engineering Principles,  <br>AT:Awareness and Training Family, <br>CM-8:System Component Inventory |
| NIST 800-53 Controls Mapping Rationale | Ensures auditability and attribution of models through access controls and logging. |
| HITRUST | no mapping |
| ENISA’s Securing ML Algorithms | Apply a RBAC Model, Respecting the Least Privilege Principle.<br>Ensure ML Applications Comply with Security Policies.<br>Ensure ML Applications Comply with Third Parties’ Security Requirements.<br>Assess the Regulations and Laws the ML Application Must Comply With.<br>Reduce the Available Information About the Model.<br>Reduce the Information Given by the Model.<br>Ensure Appropriate Protection is Deployed for Test Environments. |
| ISO 42001:2023 Controls Objectives and Controls (Annex A) | A.4.2 Resource documentation<br>A.4.3 Data resources<br>A.6.2.6 AI system operation and monitoring<br>A.6.2.5 AI system deployment |
| ISO 27001:2022 Information Security Control Reference (Annex A) | A.5.15 Access control<br>A.8.2 Privileged access rights<br>A.8.3 Information access restriction<br>A.8.4 Access to source code<br>A.5.14 Information transfer |
| EU AI Act | no mapping |
| CSA MCP Security | (blank in source) |
| OWASP MCP TOP 10 | (blank in source) |

## Related

- [Component 8](https://mathborgess.github.io/ai-security-wiki/wiki/components/8.md)
- [Catalog](https://mathborgess.github.io/ai-security-wiki/wiki/index.md)
