AC-2 (02)—Account Management | Automated Temporary and Emergency Account Management
Moderate
High
>Control Description
Automatically ☑remove; disable temporary and emergency accounts after ⚙organization-defined time period for each type of account.
>FedRAMP Baseline Requirements
No FedRAMP-specific parameter values or requirements for this baseline.
>Discussion
Management of temporary and emergency accounts includes the removal or disabling of such accounts automatically after a predefined time period rather than at the convenience of the system administrator. Automatic removal or disabling of accounts provides a more consistent implementation.
>Assessment Interview Topics
Questions assessors commonly ask
Process & Governance:
- •What formal policies and procedures govern the implementation of AC-2(2) (Automated Temporary And Emergency Account Management)?
- •Who are the designated roles responsible for implementing, maintaining, and monitoring AC-2(2)?
- •How frequently is the AC-2(2) policy reviewed and updated, and what triggers policy changes?
- •What training or awareness programs ensure personnel understand their responsibilities related to AC-2(2)?
Technical Implementation:
- •Describe the specific technical mechanisms or controls used to enforce AC-2(2) requirements.
- •What automated tools, systems, or technologies are deployed to implement AC-2(2)?
- •How is AC-2(2) integrated into your system architecture and overall security posture?
- •What configuration settings, parameters, or technical specifications enforce AC-2(2) requirements?
Evidence & Documentation:
- •What documentation demonstrates the complete implementation of AC-2(2)?
- •What audit logs, records, reports, or monitoring data validate AC-2(2) compliance?
- •Can you provide evidence of periodic reviews, assessments, or testing of AC-2(2) effectiveness?
- •What artifacts would you present during a FedRAMP assessment to demonstrate AC-2(2) compliance?
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