The operating system must not allow an unattended or automatic logon to the system.
An XCCDF Rule
Description
Failure to restrict system access to authenticated users negatively impacts operating system security.
- ID
- SV-203782r991591_rule
- Version
- SRG-OS-000480-GPOS-00229
- Severity
- High
- References
- Updated
Remediation Templates
A Manual Procedure
If the operating system provides a public access service, such as a kiosk, this is not applicable. Configure the operating system to not allow an unattended or automatic logon to the system. Automatic logon as an authorized user allows access to any user with physical access to the operating system.