- A
Require multi-factor authentication for all remote access.
Why wrong: MFA is good but does not address the root cause of an active disabled account.
- B
Enable audit logging on all database transactions.
Why wrong: Audit logs only detect incidents, not prevent them.
- C
Implement a process to disable user accounts within one hour of employee termination.
A timely account disable process prevents use of former employees' credentials.
- D
Segregate the wireless network from the internal network.
Why wrong: Segregation would not prevent access via the application server.
Question 623 of 1,000
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SSCP Account Management Practice Question
This SSCP practice question tests your understanding of account management. Examine the command output carefully: the correct answer depends on what the output actually shows, not on general recall alone. A key principle to apply: account Management. Once you have made your selection, read the full explanation to reinforce the concept and understand why each distractor is designed to mislead on exam day.
A healthcare organization uses an electronic health records (EHR) system that stores patient data in a relational database. The system is accessed by doctors and nurses via tablet devices on a wireless network. The security team has detected that some patient records were accessed outside of normal business hours from an IP address not belonging to the organization. The database logs show that the queries originated from the application server. The application logs indicate that the access was performed using a legitimate user account that had been disabled due to employee departure two weeks earlier. Which of the following is the most effective step to prevent recurrence?
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
✓
Implement a process to disable user accounts within one hour of employee termination.
The most effective step to prevent recurrence is option C: implement a process to disable user accounts within one hour of employee termination. The root cause was that the former employee's account remained active, allowing unauthorized access. Option A (MFA for remote access) is not preventive because the access used a legitimate account and MFA does not prevent use of an active enabled account; also, the access may have been from within the network. Option B (audit logging) is detective, not preventive. Option D (network segregation) does not address the account being active. Therefore, prompt account disabling is the most effective preventive measure.
Key principle: Account Management
Answer analysis
Option-by-option breakdown
For each option: why learners choose it and why it is or isn't the right answer here.
- ✗
Require multi-factor authentication for all remote access.
Why it's wrong here
MFA is good but does not address the root cause of an active disabled account.
- ✗
Enable audit logging on all database transactions.
Why it's wrong here
Audit logs only detect incidents, not prevent them.
- ✓
Implement a process to disable user accounts within one hour of employee termination.
Why this is correct
A timely account disable process prevents use of former employees' credentials.
Related concept
Account Management
- ✗
Segregate the wireless network from the internal network.
Why it's wrong here
Segregation would not prevent access via the application server.
Common exam traps
Common exam trap: answer the scenario, not the keyword
Many certification questions include familiar terms but test a specific constraint. Read the exact wording before choosing an answer that is generally true but wrong for this case.
Detailed technical explanation
How to think about this question
Treat this as a scenario question. Identify the problem, the constraint, and the best action. Then compare each option against those facts.
KKey Concepts to Remember
- Account Management
- User Deprovisioning
TExam Day Tips
- Watch for words such as best, first, most likely and least administrative effort.
- Review why wrong options are wrong, not only why the correct option is correct.
Key takeaway
Account Management
Real-world example
How this comes up in practice
A security analyst at a medium-sized enterprise encounters this scenario during an investigation or architecture review. The correct answer reflects best practice for the specific threat or control described. Account Management Security exam questions test whether you can match controls to threats in context — not just recall definitions.
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What does this SSCP question test?
Account Management
What is the correct answer to this question?
The correct answer is: Implement a process to disable user accounts within one hour of employee termination. — The most effective step to prevent recurrence is option C: implement a process to disable user accounts within one hour of employee termination. The root cause was that the former employee's account remained active, allowing unauthorized access. Option A (MFA for remote access) is not preventive because the access used a legitimate account and MFA does not prevent use of an active enabled account; also, the access may have been from within the network. Option B (audit logging) is detective, not preventive. Option D (network segregation) does not address the account being active. Therefore, prompt account disabling is the most effective preventive measure.
What should I do if I get this SSCP question wrong?
Review account Management, then practise related SSCP questions on the same topic to reinforce the concept.
What is the key concept behind this question?
Account Management
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