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1.3. Remove unrequired users from system
There are a few user accounts created by default in NMIS. You should review these accounts and remove if necessary.
To view these accounts go to: NMIS → System → System Configuration → Users
Accounts that you should consider reviewing are: e.g dc_ops, etcwan_ops.
2. Opmantek VM specific
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3. Linux Specific
Decide on only permitting SSH keys (no passwords to the VM).
SSH keys are more secure that using password so should be considered for access to the Opmantek VM. Some details on setting up SSH keys can be found here.
SUDO is the preferred method of providing superuser privileges to users. By default, when you invoke the sudo command, you will be prompted for your own password. This function can be turned off if required (see this link). For example, you may want to temporarily to run some scripts as a superuser. Password required for SUDO access