AC-6(3) Network Access to Privileged Commands
Control enhancement of AC-6 Least Privilege
Control
Authorize network access to [Assignment: privileged commands] only for [Assignment: compelling operational needs] and document the rationale for such access in the security plan for the system.
Discussion
Network access is any access across a network connection in lieu of local access (i.e., user being physically present at the device).
Related controls
Need AC-6(3) implemented and evidenced?
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