User .netrc files must not exist.
An XCCDF Rule
Description
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- ID
- SV-216195r603268_rule
- Severity
- Medium
- References
- Updated
Remediation - Manual Procedure
The root role is required.
Determine if any .netrc files exist, and work with the owners to determine the best course of action in accordance with site policy.