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The operating system must require users to re-authenticate when changing authenticators.
Overview
| Finding ID | Version | Rule ID | IA Controls | Severity |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| V-203725 | SRG-OS-000373-GPOS-00158 | SV-203725r851796_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 change user authenticators, it is critical the user re-authenticate. |
| STIG | Date |
|---|---|
| General Purpose Operating System Security Requirements Guide | 2022-11-21 |
Details
| Check Text ( C-3850r375182_chk ) |
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| Verify the operating system requires users to re-authenticate when changing authenticators. If it does not, this is a finding. |
| Fix Text (F-3850r375183_fix) |
|---|
| Configure the operating system to require users to re-authenticate when changing authenticators. |