PE-3(8): Access Control Vestibules
Control Family:
Parent Control:
CSF v1.1 References:
Threats Addressed:
Baselines:
(Not part of any baseline)
Control is new to this version of the control set.
Control Statement
Employ access control vestibules at [Assignment: organization-defined locations within the facility].
Supplemental Guidance
An access control vestibule, or mantrap, is part of a physical access control system that typically provides a space between two sets of interlocking doors. Mantraps are designed to prevent unauthorized individuals from following authorized individuals into facilities with controlled access. This activity, also known as piggybacking or tailgating, results in unauthorized access to the facility. Interlocking door controllers can be used to limit the number of individuals who enter controlled access points and to provide containment areas while authorization for physical access is verified. Interlocking door controllers can be fully automated (i.e., controlling the opening and closing of the doors) or partially automated (i.e., using security guards to control the number of individuals entering the containment area).