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Access Control Checklist
User Account Management
Ensure all user accounts are uniquely identifiable.
Implement a strong password policy and enforce regular password changes.
Review and approve new user account creation requests.
Immediately deactivate or remove accounts for terminated or inactive users.
Regularly audit user accounts for compliance with access control policies.
Access Rights and Permissions
Define and document access levels for all systems and data.
Assign access rights based on the principle of least privilege.
Regularly review and update access rights and permissions.
Implement role-based access control (RBAC) where applicable.
Monitor and log access to sensitive systems and data.
Authentication Mechanisms
Implement multi-factor authentication (MFA) for all critical systems.
Ensure all authentication mechanisms are secure and up-to-date.
Regularly update and patch authentication systems to address vulnerabilities.
Enforce session timeouts and automatic logoffs for inactive users.
Conduct regular security assessments of authentication mechanisms.
Access Control Policies
Develop and maintain a comprehensive access control policy document.
Ensure all employees are trained on access control policies and procedures.
Regularly review and update access control policies to reflect changes in the organization.
Enforce strict access control measures for remote access.
Conduct periodic audits to ensure compliance with access control policies.
Incident Response and Reporting
Establish procedures for reporting access control incidents.
Investigate and document all access control incidents promptly.
Implement corrective actions to prevent future access control breaches.
Review and update incident response plans regularly.
Provide training to staff on recognizing and reporting access control incidents.
