Finding ID | Version | Rule ID | IA Controls | Severity |
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V-14224 | 3.121 | SV-24998r1_rule | ECPA-1 | Medium |
Description |
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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. |
STIG | Date |
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Windows 7 Security Technical Implementation Guide | 2012-07-02 |
Check Text ( C-11570r1_chk ) |
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Interview the SA to determine if a backup administrator account exists and is stored with its password in a secure location. |
Fix Text (F-13548r1_fix) |
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Create and maintain a backup admininstrator account for emergency situations. |