Title

The operating system must allow the use of a temporary password for system logons with an immediate change to a permanent password. (Cat II impact)

Discussion

Without providing this capability, an account may be created without a password. Non-repudiation cannot be guaranteed once an account is created if a user is not forced to change the temporary password upon initial logon. Temporary passwords are typically used to allow access when new accounts are created or passwords are changed. It is common practice for administrators to create temporary passwords for user accounts which allow the users to log on, yet force them to change the password once they have successfully authenticated.

Check Content

Verify the operating system allows the use of a temporary password for system logons with an immediate change to a permanent password. If it does not, this is a finding.

Fix Text

Configure the operating system to allow the use of a temporary password for system logons with an immediate change to a permanent password.

Additional Identifiers

Rule ID: SV-203732r851803_rule

Vulnerability ID: V-203732

Group Title: SRG-OS-000380

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