Automatically Disable Stale Accounts for FedRAMP Compliance
Learn how GOV-02 helps you meet FedRAMP requirements for Microsoft 365 and Entra ID security.
Organizations pursuing FedRAMP compliance need to address automatically disable stale accounts as part of their security program. The GOV-02 control maps directly to FedRAMP requirements, helping demonstrate compliance while strengthening your security posture.
How GOV-02 Addresses FedRAMP Requirements
FedRAMP requires organizations to implement controls around automatically disable stale accounts. The GOV-02 control provides:
- Accounts inactive for 90+ days are automatically disabled
- A warning notification is sent 14 days before disabling
- Emergency access accounts and service accounts are excluded
These measures directly support FedRAMP compliance by ensuring proper governance security in your Microsoft 365 environment.
Implementation for Compliance
To satisfy FedRAMP requirements with this control:
- **Enable the control** - Use TrueConfig's one-click remediation
- **Document your implementation** - Record how the control was configured
- **Maintain evidence** - TrueConfig automatically logs compliance status
- **Monitor continuously** - Track any deviations from the expected state
Evidence Collection
For FedRAMP audits, you'll need to demonstrate:
- Current configuration state
- Historical compliance data
- Remediation actions taken
- Continuous monitoring in place
TrueConfig provides all of this evidence through its audit trail and reporting features.
Why This Control Matters for FedRAMP
Manual reviews miss accounts. Automated disabling ensures that former employees, forgotten accounts, and inactive identities cannot be used by attackers. The 14-day warning prevents disruption for legitimate users.
Implementing GOV-02 is an important step toward FedRAMP compliance. Combined with TrueConfig's continuous monitoring, you can demonstrate ongoing adherence to FedRAMP requirements.
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TrueConfig continuously monitors your Microsoft 365 tenant for compliance with FedRAMP requirements, including this control.