AC-2(2) Automated Temporary and Emergency Account Management
Control enhancement of AC-2 Account Management
Control
Automatically [Assignment: Selection: remove | disable] temporary and emergency accounts after [Assignment: time period].
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.
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