The system must allow locking of the console screen in text mode.

From Oracle Linux 6 Security Technical Implementation Guide

Associated with: CCI-000058

SV-65159r1_rule The system must allow locking of the console screen in text mode.

Vulnerability discussion

Installing "screen" ensures a console locking capability is available for users who may need to suspend console logins.

Check content

Run the following command to determine if the "screen" package is installed: # rpm -q screen If the package is not installed, this is a finding.

Fix text

To enable console screen locking when in text mode, install the "screen" package: # yum install screen Instruct users to begin new terminal sessions with the following command: $ screen The console can now be locked with the following key combination: ctrl+a x

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