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    Annex A 7.7
    Physical

    A.7.7 Clear desk and clear screen

    Clear desk and clear screen.

    What good looks like

    Policy enforced for sensitive information and unattended workstations.

    Evidence an auditor will ask for

    Policy, audit walk results, screensaver lock settings.

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