Title

The CA-TSS PWEXP Control Option must be set to 60. (Cat II impact)

Discussion

Any password, no matter how complex, can eventually be cracked. Therefore, passwords need to be changed periodically. If the operating system does not limit the lifetime of passwords and force users to change their passwords, there is the risk that the operating system passwords could be compromised.

Check Content

From the ISPF Command Shell enter: TSS MODIFY STATUS If the PWEXP Control Option value is not set to PWEXP(60), this is a finding.

Fix Text

Evaluate the impact associated with implementation of the control option. Develop a plan of action to implement the following control option setting as specified and proceed with the change. PWEXP(60)

Additional Identifiers

Rule ID: SV-223888r877729_rule

Vulnerability ID: V-223888

Group Title: SRG-OS-000076-GPOS-00044

Expert Comments

CCIs tied to check.

Controls tied to check. These are derived from the CCIs shown above.