PAM module pam_unix2 enables traditional password authentication.
The "pam_unix2" PAM module is an excellent tool for traditional password authentication. It boasts a number of key features that make it a must-have for many users. One of the most notable is its ability to allow a global configuration file for all options, making it easier to manage for larger organizations.
Another important feature of "pam_unix2" is its ability to retrieve passwords from secure NIS+ servers. This ensures greater security and peace of mind for users and administrators alike. Additionally, the module sets secureRPC credentials, further bolstering its security features.
"pam_unix2" also supports HP-UX password aging, a must-have feature for many users. It also supports passwords encrypted with DES, bigcrypt, MD5, and blowfish encryption, allowing for greater flexibility and compatibility.
The module also utilizes glibc NSS modules for flexible location of user data, making it easier to manage user accounts and data. Additionally, "pam_unix2" allows for the changing of passwords in local files, NIS, NIS+, and LDAP (if pam_ldap is installed), making it highly versatile and useful.
Another advantage of "pam_unix2" is its ability to change passwords in the source files of NIS maps on a NIS master server. This feature is sure to be appreciated by many users and administrators.
In order to use "pam_unix2", the only requirement is Linux-PAM. Overall, this is a robust and highly useful PAM module that should be considered by anyone looking for traditional password authentication.
Another important feature of "pam_unix2" is its ability to retrieve passwords from secure NIS+ servers. This ensures greater security and peace of mind for users and administrators alike. Additionally, the module sets secureRPC credentials, further bolstering its security features.
"pam_unix2" also supports HP-UX password aging, a must-have feature for many users. It also supports passwords encrypted with DES, bigcrypt, MD5, and blowfish encryption, allowing for greater flexibility and compatibility.
The module also utilizes glibc NSS modules for flexible location of user data, making it easier to manage user accounts and data. Additionally, "pam_unix2" allows for the changing of passwords in local files, NIS, NIS+, and LDAP (if pam_ldap is installed), making it highly versatile and useful.
Another advantage of "pam_unix2" is its ability to change passwords in the source files of NIS maps on a NIS master server. This feature is sure to be appreciated by many users and administrators.
In order to use "pam_unix2", the only requirement is Linux-PAM. Overall, this is a robust and highly useful PAM module that should be considered by anyone looking for traditional password authentication.
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