IBM z/VM must employ a Session manager.

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

Associated with: CCI-000366

SV-93679r1_rule IBM z/VM must employ a Session manager.

Vulnerability discussion

A session manager controls the semi-permanent interactive information interchange, also known as a dialogue, between a user and z/VM. Without the use of a session manager these semi-permanent interchanges can be open to compromise and attacks.

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Examine running systems. If access is gained to the z/VM system without going through a session manager, this is a finding.

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Ensure that a session manager is in use with the system.

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