The network element must provide automated support for account management functions.

From Network Device Management Security Requirements Guide

Associated with: CCI-000015

SV-69283r4_rule The network element must provide automated support for account management functions.

Vulnerability discussion

If account management functions are not automatically enforced, an attacker could gain privileged access to a vital element of the network security architecture.Account management functions include: assignment of group or role membership; identifying account type; specifying user access authorizations (i.e., privileges); account removal, update, or termination; and administrative alerts.

Check content

Review the device configuration or documentation. Verify device has applications and automated tools for account management functions including: assignment of group or role membership; identifying account type; specifying user access authorizations (i.e., privileges); account removal, update, or termination; and administrative alerts. If the network device does not provide automated support for account management functions, this is a finding.

Fix text

Configure the network device to provide automated support for account management functions.

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