The operating system must not allow an unattended or automatic logon to the system.

From General Purpose Operating System SRG

Associated with: CCI-000366

SV-70847r1_rule The operating system must not allow an unattended or automatic logon to the system.

Vulnerability discussion

Failure to restrict system access to authenticated users negatively impacts operating system security.

Check content

If the operating system provides a public access service, such as a kiosk, this is not applicable. Verify the operating system does not allow an unattended or automatic logon to the system. If it does, this is a finding. Automatic logon as an authorized user allows access to any user with physical access to the operating system.

Fix text

If the operating system provides a public access service, such as a kiosk, this is not applicable. Configure the operating system to not allow an unattended or automatic logon to the system. Automatic logon as an authorized user allows access to any user with physical access to the operating system.

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