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The VMM must require devices to re-authenticate when changing authenticators.

An XCCDF Rule

Description

<VulnDiscussion>Without re-authentication, devices may access resources or perform tasks for which they do not have authorization. When VMMs provide the capability to change device authenticators, it is critical the device re-authenticate. This requirement is applicable to devices capable of authentication.</VulnDiscussion><FalsePositives></FalsePositives><FalseNegatives></FalseNegatives><Documentable>false</Documentable><Mitigations></Mitigations><SeverityOverrideGuidance></SeverityOverrideGuidance><PotentialImpacts></PotentialImpacts><ThirdPartyTools></ThirdPartyTools><MitigationControl></MitigationControl><Responsibility></Responsibility><IAControls></IAControls>

ID
SV-207479r854653_rule
Severity
Medium
References
Updated



Remediation - Manual Procedure

Configure the VMM to require devices to re-authenticate when changing authenticators.