Finding ID | Version | Rule ID | IA Controls | Severity |
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V-223879 | TSS0-ES-000060 | SV-223879r877720_rule | Medium |
Description |
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By limiting the number of failed logon attempts, the risk of unauthorized system access via user password guessing, otherwise known as brute-force attacks, is reduced. Limits are imposed by locking the account. |
STIG | Date |
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IBM z/OS TSS Security Technical Implementation Guide | 2024-02-22 |
Check Text ( C-25552r516036_chk ) |
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From the ISPF Command Shell enter: TSS MODIFY STATUS If the PTHRESH Control Option value is not set to PTHRESH(02), this is a finding. |
Fix Text (F-25540r516037_fix) |
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Evaluate the impact associated with implementation of the control option. Develop a plan of action to implement the control option setting as specified following and proceed with the change. PTHRESH(02) |