AC-12(1)—Session Termination | User-initiated Logouts
IL5
IL6
>Control Description
Provide a logout capability for user-initiated communications sessions whenever authentication is used to gain access to ⚙organization-defined information resources.
>DoD Impact Level Requirements
No specific parameter values or requirements for this impact level.
>Discussion
Information resources to which users gain access via authentication include local workstations, databases, and password-protected websites or web-based services.
>Assessment Interview Topics
Questions assessors commonly ask
Process & Governance:
- •What formal policies and procedures govern the implementation of AC-12(1) (User-Initiated Logouts)?
- •Who are the designated roles responsible for implementing, maintaining, and monitoring AC-12(1)?
- •How frequently is the AC-12(1) policy reviewed and updated, and what triggers policy changes?
- •What training or awareness programs ensure personnel understand their responsibilities related to AC-12(1)?
Technical Implementation:
- •Describe the specific technical mechanisms or controls used to enforce AC-12(1) requirements.
- •What automated tools, systems, or technologies are deployed to implement AC-12(1)?
- •How is AC-12(1) integrated into your system architecture and overall security posture?
- •What configuration settings, parameters, or technical specifications enforce AC-12(1) requirements?
Evidence & Documentation:
- •What documentation demonstrates the complete implementation of AC-12(1)?
- •What audit logs, records, reports, or monitoring data validate AC-12(1) compliance?
- •Can you provide evidence of periodic reviews, assessments, or testing of AC-12(1) effectiveness?
- •What artifacts would you present during a FedRAMP assessment to demonstrate AC-12(1) compliance?
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