User .netrc files must not exist.
An XCCDF Rule
Description
The .netrc file presents a significant security risk since it stores passwords in unencrypted form.
- ID
- SV-216432r959010_rule
- Version
- SOL-11.1-070160
- Severity
- Medium
- References
- Updated
Remediation Templates
A Manual Procedure
The root role is required.
Determine if any .netrc files exist, and work with the owners to determine the best course of action in accordance with site policy.