Rename Default Accounts

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Description

Multi-Function Devices are typically configured with default user accounts that are common to all devices of the same make/model. It is recommended that default usernames be changed. Renaming default accounts will reduce an attacker’s ability to ascertain valid device credentials. 6. Logging and Monitoring This section provides guidance on the secure configuration of the logging and monitoring capabilities of the Multi-Function Device. 6.1 Enable Logging

How it is checked

Audit method: Manual review

This recommendation cannot be checked automatically. A scan lists it with these instructions when you pass --include-manual.

Verify compliance with CIS Multi-Function Device Benchmark v1.0.0 section 5.1.2: Rename Default Accounts.

How it is fixed

Fix method: Guidance or infrastructure patch

Follow the remediation procedure in CIS Multi-Function Device Benchmark v1.0.0 section 5.1.2 to configure: Rename Default Accounts.

Properties

Operating systems: Any
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Reference: CIS Multi-Function Device Benchmark v1.0.0 - 5.1.2 Rename Default Accounts