Remote Login by a Role in Trusted Extensions

As in the Oracle Solaris OS, a setting in the /etc/default/login file on each host must be changed to allow remote logins. Additionally, the pam.conf file might need to be modified. In Trusted Extensions, the security administrator is responsible for the change. For the procedures, see Enable Remote Login by root User in Trusted Extensions in Trusted Extensions Configuration Guide and Enable Remote Login by a Role in Trusted Extensions in Trusted Extensions Configuration Guide.

On both Trusted Extensions and Oracle Solaris hosts, remote logins might or might not require authorization. Remote Login Management in Trusted Extensions describes the conditions and types of logins that require authorization. By default, roles have the Remote Login authorization.

Remote Role-Based Administration From Unlabeled Hosts

In Trusted Extensions, users assume roles through the Trusted Path menu. The roles then operate in trusted workspaces. By default, roles cannot be assumed outside of the trusted path. If site policy permits, the security administrator can change the default policy. Administrators of unlabeled hosts that are running Solaris Management Console 2.1 client software can then administer trusted hosts.

• To change the default policy, see Enable Remote Login by a Role in Trusted Extensions in Trusted Extensions Configuration Guide.

• To administer systems remotely, see How to Log In Remotely From the Command Line in Trusted Extensions.

This policy change only applies when the user on the remote unlabeled system has a user account on the Trusted Extensions host. The Trusted Extensions user must have the ability to assume an administrative role. The role can then use the Solaris Management Console to administer the remote system.

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Caution - If remote administration from a non-Trusted Extensions host is enabled, the administrative environment is less protected than a Trusted Extensions administrative workspace. Be cautious when typing passwords and other secure data. As a precaution, shut down all untrusted applications before starting the Solaris Management Console.

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Remote Login Management in Trusted Extensions

A remote login between two Trusted Extensions hosts is considered to be an extension of the current login session.

An authorization is not required when the rlogin command does not prompt for a password. If an /etc/hosts.equiv file or a .rhosts file in the user's home directory on the remote host lists either the username or the host from which the remote login is being attempted, no password is required. For more information, see the rhosts(4) and rlogin(1) man pages.

For all other remote logins, including logins with the ftp command, the Remote Login authorization is required.

To create a rights profile that includes the Remote Login authorization, see Managing Users and Rights With the Solaris Management Console (Task Map).