The system must be integrated into a directory services infrastructure.

From Apple OS X 10.9 (Mavericks) Workstation Security Technical Implementation Guide

Associated with: CCI-000366

SV-72911r1_rule The system must be integrated into a directory services infrastructure.

Vulnerability discussion

Distinct user account databases on each separate system cause problems with username and password policy enforcement. Most approved directory services infrastructure solutions, such as Active Directory, allow centralized management of users and passwords.

Check content

To determine if the system is integrated to a directory server, ask the SA or ISSO or run the following command: sudo dscl localhost -list . | grep -vE '(Contact | Search | Local)' If nothing is returned, or if the system is not integrated into a directory service infrastructure, this is a finding.

Fix text

Integrate the system into an existing directory services infrastructure, such as Active Directory.

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