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The operating system must require users to re-authenticate for privilege escalation.
Overview
| Finding ID | Version | Rule ID | IA Controls | Severity |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| V-203723 | SRG-OS-000373-GPOS-00156 | SV-203723r379846_rule | Medium |
| Description |
|---|
| Without re-authentication, users may access resources or perform tasks for which they do not have authorization. When operating systems provide the capability to escalate a functional capability, it is critical the user re-authenticate. |
| STIG | Date |
|---|---|
| General Purpose Operating System Security Requirements Guide | 2022-06-06 |
Details
| Check Text ( C-3848r375176_chk ) |
|---|
| Verify the operating system requires users to re-authenticate for privilege escalation. If it does not, this is a finding. |
| Fix Text (F-3848r375177_fix) |
|---|
| Configure the operating system to require users to re-authenticate for privilege escalation. |