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XCCDF
Web Server Security Requirements Guide
SRG-APP-000340
SRG-APP-000340
An XCCDF Group - A logical subset of the XCCDF Benchmark
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SRG-APP-000340
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Non-privileged accounts on the hosting system must only access web server security-relevant information and functions through a distinct administrative account.
Medium Severity
<VulnDiscussion>By separating web server security functions from non-privileged users, roles can be developed that can then be used to administer the web server. Forcing users to change from a non-privileged account to a privileged account when operating on the web server or on security-relevant information forces users to only operate as a web server administrator when necessary. Operating in this manner allows for better logging of changes and better forensic information and limits accidental changes to the web server.</VulnDiscussion><FalsePositives></FalsePositives><FalseNegatives></FalseNegatives><Documentable>false</Documentable><Mitigations></Mitigations><SeverityOverrideGuidance></SeverityOverrideGuidance><PotentialImpacts></PotentialImpacts><ThirdPartyTools></ThirdPartyTools><MitigationControl></MitigationControl><Responsibility></Responsibility><IAControls></IAControls>