Active Session

1. What is an active session?

An active session refers to an ongoing user connection to cloud services or applications, where the user is interacting with resources or performing tasks.

2. How can I view my active sessions?

Utho cloud platforms provide a session management dashboard where users can see details about their active sessions, such as device information, IP address, and session duration.

3. How long do cloud sessions stay active?

The duration of an active session depends on the cloud service’s settings, such as idle timeouts or session limits, which may vary based on security policies.

4. Can I have multiple active sessions across different devices?

Yes, most cloud platforms support multiple active sessions, allowing users to log in from different devices simultaneously, though some services may have restrictions on this.

5. How do I terminate an active session?

You can log out or manually terminate active sessions through the cloud platform’s session management or security settings to prevent unauthorized access.

6. What happens when an active session times out?

When a session times out due to inactivity, the user is typically logged out automatically and will need to log in again to regain access.

7. Are active sessions secure?

Cloud providers implement various security measures like encryption, multi-factor authentication, and timeouts to protect active sessions, but users should follow security best practices as well.

8. How can I monitor active sessions for security risks?

Cloud platforms usually offer tools to monitor session activity, including logs that show when and where sessions are accessed, helping detect unauthorized or suspicious activity.

9. Can I extend the duration of my active session?

Some cloud services allow you to adjust session timeout settings or extend the duration of your session, depending on the platform’s policy and configuration options.

10. What should I do if I suspect unauthorized access to my session?

If you suspect unauthorized access, immediately log out of all sessions, change your password, and review security logs to assess any potential breaches.