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The operating system must not allow logins for users with blank passwords.
Overview
| Finding ID | Version | Rule ID | IA Controls | Severity |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| V-48143 | SOL-11.1-040480 | SV-61015r1_rule | High |
| Description |
|---|
| If the password field is blank and the system does not enforce a policy that passwords are required, it could allow login without proper authentication of a user. |
| STIG | Date |
|---|---|
| Solaris 11 X86 Security Technical Implementation Guide | 2017-01-27 |
Details
| Check Text ( None ) |
|---|
| None |
| Fix Text (F-51751r1_fix) |
|---|
| The root role is required. Modify the /etc/default/login file. # pfedit /etc/default/login Insert the line: PASSREQ=YES |