PCI-8.5.8:

Do not permit group, shared, or generic accounts/passwords.

PCI-8.5.8 A: For the sample of (insert number and/or description of sample) system components, review user ID listings and verify the following:

• Generic ID’s and accounts are disabled or removed.
• Shared IDs for system administration activities and other critical functions do not exist.
• Shared and generic IDs are not used to administer wireless LANs and devices.

PCI-8.5.8 B: Review password procedures to verify that group and shared passwords are explicitly prohibited.

PCI-8.5.8 C: Interview system administrators to verify that group and shared passwords are not given out even if requested.

Testing Procedures

Insert testing guidance here.

Testing Frequency

Describe testing frequency here.

Evidence Archive Location

Insert hyperlink or location of evidence archive.

Control Stewards Process Narrative

Provide control steward commentary indicating the formal methodology in place.

Control Steward – Jon Doe

Process Illustration

Replace this test by inserting a process diagram, flowchart or other visual representation to illustrate the process narrative as necessary. Include a brief description of the process illustration.

Control Status and Auditors Commentary

The control is effective.

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Status is acceptable.

Control Exception Commentary

Status is acceptable.

Remediation Plan

Remediation is not required at this time.

--Mdpeters 10:10, 1 March 2007 (EST)