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Administrator passwords are changed when necessary.
Overview
| Finding ID | Version | Rule ID | IA Controls | Severity |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| V-14225 | 3.122 | SV-24999r1_rule | ECPA-1 | Medium |
| Description |
|---|
| This check verifies that the passwords for the default and backup administrator accounts are changed at least annually or when any member of the administrative team leaves the organization. |
| STIG | Date |
|---|---|
| Windows 7 Security Technical Implementation Guide | 2012-08-22 |
Details
| Check Text ( C-11571r1_chk ) |
|---|
| Interview the SA or IAM to determine if the site has a policy that requires the default and backup admin passwords to be changed at least annually or when any member of the administrative team leaves the organization. |
| Fix Text (F-13549r1_fix) |
|---|
| Define a policy for required password changes for the default and backup admin account. |