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AIX must provide the lock command to let users retain their session lock until users are reauthenticated.

An XCCDF Rule

Description

All systems are vulnerable if terminals are left logged in and unattended. Leaving system terminals unsecure poses a potential security hazard. To lock the terminal, use the lock command.

ID
SV-215187r958400_rule
Version
AIX7-00-001028
Severity
Medium
References
Updated

Remediation Templates

A Manual Procedure

Install "bos.rte.security" fileset from the AIX DVD Volume 1 using the following command (assuming that the DVD device is mounted to /dev/cd0):

# installp -aXYgd /dev/cd0 -e /tmp/install.log bos.rte.security