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The Password and Access Control Policy applies to all systems and assets owned, managed, or operated by the organization.
The Password and Access Control Policy applies to all systems and assets owned, managed, or operated by the organization.
True
The HR role/line manager is responsible for informing IT of new employees, changes to access rights, and leavers.
The HR role/line manager is responsible for informing IT of new employees, changes to access rights, and leavers.
True
The Information Security Manager reviews and approves access requests and audits user and access lists monthly.
The Information Security Manager reviews and approves access requests and audits user and access lists monthly.
False
Systems administrators must adhere to the policy when making changes to access privileges and ensure systems enforce the policy configurations.
Systems administrators must adhere to the policy when making changes to access privileges and ensure systems enforce the policy configurations.
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User authentication is based on business needs, with access granted based on job classification and function.
User authentication is based on business needs, with access granted based on job classification and function.
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Non-authenticated or shared user IDs are allowed, and every user must have a unique user ID and personal secret password.
Non-authenticated or shared user IDs are allowed, and every user must have a unique user ID and personal secret password.
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Authentication mechanisms must be suited for the delivery channel and implemented with appropriate strength.
Authentication mechanisms must be suited for the delivery channel and implemented with appropriate strength.
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Secure authentication mechanisms must be implemented for operating system access, web applications, voice inquiries, email, fax, white mail, remote access, and network devices.
Secure authentication mechanisms must be implemented for operating system access, web applications, voice inquiries, email, fax, white mail, remote access, and network devices.
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Violating the policy may result in disciplinary action, and deviations are permitted only with approval from the Security Management Team and/or Legal Counsel.
Violating the policy may result in disciplinary action, and deviations are permitted only with approval from the Security Management Team and/or Legal Counsel.
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Study Notes
Password and Access Control Policy Document Control Summary
- The Password and Access Control Policy sets out specific responsibilities, conditions, and practices to minimize risks and protect physical assets and sensitive information.
- The policy applies to all systems and assets owned, managed, or operated by the organization.
- The HR role/line manager is responsible for informing IT of new employees, changes to access rights, and leavers.
- The Information Security Manager reviews and approves access requests and audits user and access lists quarterly.
- Systems administrators must adhere to the policy when making changes to access privileges and ensure systems enforce the policy configurations.
- User authentication is based on business needs, with access granted based on job classification and function.
- Non-authenticated or shared user IDs are prohibited, and every user must have a unique user ID and personal secret password.
- Authentication mechanisms must be suited for the delivery channel and implemented with appropriate strength.
- Secure authentication mechanisms must be implemented for operating system access, web applications, voice inquiries, email, fax, white mail, remote access, and network devices.
- Access control configurations include unique IDs, unique passwords, password changes, password history, password lockouts, and two-factor authentication for remote access.
- Passwords must not be shared, stored in the clear, or reused. Password lockout duration is set to 30 minutes.
- Violating the policy may result in disciplinary action, and deviations are permitted only with approval from the Security Management Team and/or Legal Counsel.
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This quiz covers the key points of a Password and Access Control Policy Document, including responsibilities, procedures, and best practices for minimizing risks and protecting sensitive information. Topics include user authentication, access control configurations, password policies, and consequences for policy violations.
