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AlmaLinux OS 9 must not be configured to bypass password requirements for privilege escalation.

An XCCDF Rule

Description

Without re-authentication, users may access resources or perform tasks for which they do not have authorization. When operating systems provide the capability to escalate a functional capability, it is critical the user re-authenticate.

ID
SV-269361r1050244_rule
Version
ALMA-09-032140
Severity
Medium
References
Updated

Remediation Templates

A Manual Procedure

Configure the operating system to require users to supply a password for privilege escalation.

Remove any occurrences of " pam_succeed_if " in the  "/etc/pam.d/sudo" file.