Rule ID
SV-104483r1_rule
Version
V1R2
Authentication for administrative (privileged level) access to the device is required at all times. An account can be created on the device's local database for use when the authentication server is down or connectivity between the device and the authentication server is not operable. This account is referred to as the account of last resort since it is intended to be used as a last resort and when immediate administrative access is absolutely necessary. The account of last resort logon credentials must be stored in a sealed envelope and kept in a safe. The safe must be periodically audited to verify the envelope remains sealed. The signature of the auditor and the date of the audit should be added to the envelope as a record. Administrators should secure the credentials and disable the root account (if possible) when not needed for system administration functions.
Verify local accounts besides the account of last resort do not exist. Show security local-user-list View "Users:" list If any users show in the "Users" configuration list other than the default admin user, this is a finding.
Remove local accounts that are not the account of last resort. 1. Log on to the Web Management Console. 2. Click "Local". 3. If a local realm exists on the list, delete the realm.