ISC2 CC Access Controls Concepts Practice Question
A security administrator is configuring a session timeout policy. Which of the following are valid reasons for implementing session timeouts? (Choose TWO.)
Answer choices
Why each option matters
Answer the question above first, then reveal the full breakdown to understand why each option is right or wrong.
Correct answer & explanation
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Limit the window for session hijacking attacks
Session timeouts mitigate unauthorized access from unattended sessions and reduce risk of session hijacking.
Answer analysis
Option-by-option breakdown
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Enforce password complexity requirements
Why it's wrong here
Password complexity is separate from session management.
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Limit the window for session hijacking attacks
Why this is correct
Shorter timeouts reduce the time an attacker can use a stolen session.
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Provide single sign-on functionality
Why it's wrong here
SSO is unrelated to session timeouts.
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Prevent brute-force attacks on passwords
Why it's wrong here
Account lockout prevents brute-force, not timeouts.
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Reduce the risk of unauthorized access from unattended workstations
Why this is correct
Auto-logout after inactivity prevents misuse.
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Introduction to Security Principles
Key term
Policy
A policy is a set of rules or guidelines that defines how an organization manages, secures, and operates its IT systems and services.
Key term
Risk
Risk is the possibility that an event or action will negatively affect an organization's ability to achieve its goals, often measured in terms of likelihood and impact.
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