CA VM:Secure product AUTOEXP record in the Security Config File must be properly set.

From IBM z/VM Using CA VM:Secure Security Technical Implementation Guide

Associated with: CCI-000199

SV-93577r1_rule CA VM:Secure product AUTOEXP record in the Security Config File must be properly set.

Vulnerability discussion

Any password, no matter how complex, can eventually be cracked. Therefore, passwords need to be changed periodically. If the operating system does not limit the lifetime of passwords and force users to change their passwords, there is the risk that the operating system passwords could be compromised.

Check content

Examine the “SECURITY CONFIG” file. If there is no “AUTOEXP” record, this is a finding. If the “AUTOEXP” record is configured as below, this is not finding. AUTOEXP 50 60

Fix text

Include an “AUTOEXP” record in the “SECURITY CONFIG” file that is configured as follows: AUTOEXP 50 60

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