The operating system must require users to re-authenticate for privilege escalation.

From General Purpose Operating System SRG

Associated with: CCI-002038

SV-71097r1_rule The operating system must require users to re-authenticate for privilege escalation.

Vulnerability discussion

Without re-authentication, users may access resources or perform tasks for which they do not have authorization. When operating systems provide the capability to escalate a functional capability, it is critical the user re-authenticate.

Check content

Verify the operating system requires users to re-authenticate for privilege escalation. If it does not, this is a finding.

Fix text

Configure the operating system to require users to re-authenticate for privilege escalation.

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