Title

The system does not have a backup administrator account (Cat II impact)

Discussion

This check verifies that a backup administrator account has been created to ensure system availability in the event that no administrators are able or available to access the system. The built-in administrator account may be used for this purpose. The IAO will ensure the backup administrator account is stored in a secure location.

Check Content

Interview the SA to determine if a backup administrator account exists and is stored with its password in a secure location.

Fix Text

Create and maintain a backup administrator account for emergency situations.

Additional Identifiers

Rule ID: SV-29743r2_rule

Vulnerability ID: V-14224

Group Title: Backup Administrator Account

Expert Comments

CCIs tied to check.

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