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Assessment Title
Rule Text
The root account must not be used for direct log in.
Description
Discussion Text
Direct login with the root account prevents individual user accountability. Acceptable non-routine uses of the root account for direct login are limited to emergency maintenance, the use of single-user mode for maintenance, and situations where individual administrator accounts are not available.
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