Direct root Logins Are Not Allowed
An XCCDF Rule
Description
Configure the operating system to prevent direct logins to the
root account by performing the following operations:
$ sudo passwd -l root
Rationale
Disabling direct root logins ensures proper accountability and multifactor authentication to privileged accounts.
- ID
- xccdf_org.ssgproject.content_rule_prevent_direct_root_logins
- Severity
- Medium
- Updated