SSCP Access Controls Practice Question
During a user offboarding process, the security team must ensure that the former employee's access is revoked immediately. However, the user's manager requests that the account remain active for a week to review files. What is the BEST practice?
Answer choices
Why each option matters
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Correct answer & explanation
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Disable the account immediately and transfer ownership of files to the manager
Best practice is to disable the account immediately to prevent unauthorized access, then transfer ownership of necessary files to another user for review. Keeping the account active poses a security risk.
Answer analysis
Option-by-option breakdown
For each option: why learners choose it and why it is or isn't the right answer here.
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Change the account to a service account and keep it active
Why it's wrong here
Service accounts should not be used for former employees.
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Disable the account immediately and transfer ownership of files to the manager
Why this is correct
Correct. This balances security with business needs.
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Keep the account active but change the password and share it with the manager
Why it's wrong here
Shared passwords violate accountability.
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Leave the account as-is and monitor activity for the week
Why it's wrong here
Monitoring does not prevent misuse; account should be disabled.
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