Title

The IBM z/VM CA VM:Secure product AUTOEXP record in the Security Config File must be properly set. (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

Examine the “SECURITY” CONFIG file. If there is no “AUTOEXP” record, this is a finding. If the “AUTOEXP” record is configured as below, this is not finding. AUTOEXP 10 60

Fix Text

Include an “AUTOEXP” record in the “SECURITY CONFIG” file that is configured as follows: AUTOEXP 10 60

Additional Identifiers

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Vulnerability ID: IBMZ-VM-000500

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