Session Termination

V3.3.1

Verify that logout and expiration invalidate the session token, such that the back button or a downstream relying party does not resume an authenticated session, including across relying parties. (C6)

Level 1 required: True

Level 2 required: True

Level 3 required: True

CWE: 613

V3.3.2

If authenticators permit users to remain logged in, verify that re-authentication occurs periodically both when actively used or after an idle period. (C6)

Level 1 required: True

Level 2 required: True

Level 3 required: True

CWE: 613

V3.3.3

Verify that the application gives the option to terminate all other active sessions after a successful password change (including change via password reset/recovery), and that this is effective across the application, federated login (if present), and any relying parties.

Level 1 required: False

Level 2 required: True

Level 3 required: True

CWE: 613

V3.3.4

Verify that users are able to view and (having re-entered login credentials) log out of any or all currently active sessions and devices.

Level 1 required: False

Level 2 required: True

Level 3 required: True

CWE: 613

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