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AlmaLinux OS 9 must require reauthentication when using the "sudo" command.

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-269362r1050245_rule
Version
ALMA-09-032250
Severity
Medium
References
Updated

Remediation Templates

A Manual Procedure

Configure AlmaLinux OS 9 to reauthenticate "sudo" commands after the specified timeout:

Add the following line to "/etc/sudoers" or a file within "/etc/sudoers.d/":

Defaults timestamp_timeout=0