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

STIG ID: SRG-OS-000373-GPOS-00156 |  SRG: SRG-OS-000373 |  Severity: medium |  CCI:  | Vulnerability Id: V-203723

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

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

Fix

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