Unauthorized users are granted right to Act as part of the operating system.

From Windows 2003 Domain Controller Security Technical Implementation Guide

Associated with IA controls: ECLP-1

SV-28989r1_rule Unauthorized users are granted right to Act as part of the operating system.

Vulnerability discussion

This is a Category 1 finding because users and user groups that are assigned this right can bypass all security protective mechanisms that apply to all users, including administrators. Accounts with this right should have passwords with the maximum length and be kept in a locked container accessible only by the IAO and his designated backup. Some applications require this right to function. Any exception needs to be documented with the IAO.

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Configure the system to prevent unauthorized users to "Act as part of the operating system".

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