VID |
14143 |
Severity |
30 |
Port |
22 |
Protocol |
TCP |
Class |
LSC |
Detailed Description |
The host system's /etc/security/login.cfg file's settings are unsafe. /etc/security/login.cfg is a file that can be set to defend against password brute force attacks. If the value of this file is vulnerable, the system can be vulnerable to password brute force attacks.
* Platforms Affected: UNIX, Linux |
Recommendation |
Reset settings of the file as the following Set logindisable to a value greater than or equal to 10 Set logininterval to a value greater than or equal to 60 Set loginreenable to a value greater than or equal to 30 |
Related URL |
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Related URL |
(SecurityFocus) |
Related URL |
(ISS) |
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