What must happen to an employee's access privileges upon their termination?

When an employee is terminated, it is essential to revoke their access privileges immediately to ensure the security of the organization's information and systems. This immediate action prevents any potential unauthorized access to sensitive data, which could lead to data breaches or other security incidents.

Timely revocation of access also aligns with best practices in risk management, ensuring that any access rights that the employee had — whether to physical locations, systems, or data — are no longer valid. This helps protect not only the organization’s assets but also its employees and clients by mitigating risks associated with disgruntled former employees or accidental misuse of access before it can be revoked.

In contrast, options that propose delayed revocation of access or requiring additional meetings fail to prioritize security and can leave the organization vulnerable to potential threats for a longer time than necessary. These alternatives could complicate the termination process, potentially leading to unintended exposure to organizational vulnerabilities.