FedRAMP Controls / AC

AC-2(3) Disable Accounts

Family AC
Baselines moderate
Mapped KSIs 3

Control statement

Disable accounts within {{ insert: param, ac-02.03_odp.01 }} when the accounts:
    (a) Have expired;
    (b) Are no longer associated with a user or individual;
    (c) Are in violation of organizational policy; or
    (d) Have been inactive for {{ insert: param, ac-02.03_odp.02 }}.
        Requirement: The service provider defines the time period for non-user accounts (e.g., accounts associated with devices). The time periods are approved and accepted by the JAB/AO. Where user management is a function of the service, reports of activity of consumer users shall be made available.
        (d) Requirement: The service provider defines the time period of inactivity for device identifiers.
        Guidance: For DoD clouds, see DoD cloud website for specific DoD requirements that go above and beyond FedRAMP https://public.cyber.mil/dccs/.

Parameter placeholders {{ insert: param, … }} reference FedRAMP-set values in the resolved profile. Full parameter map is preserved in the catalog database.

Covered by these Key Security Indicators

KSITitleCategory
KSI-IAM-04Just-in-Time Authorization
Use a least-privileged, role and attribute-based, and just-in-time security authorization model for all user and non-user accounts and services.
Identity and Access Management
KSI-IAM-06Suspicious Activity
Automatically disable or otherwise secure accounts with privileged access in response to suspicious activity
Identity and Access Management
KSI-IAM-07Automated Account Management
Securely manage the lifecycle and privileges of all accounts, roles, and groups, using automation.
Identity and Access Management