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SINDES database

Description of Service Change: 

This morning, the SINDES database for storing passwords (mainly root passwords for the Quattor-managed machines) has been changed: passwords are now stored encrypted. If you need to know one of the passwords, please directly contact a member of IT-CF/ASI.

Reason for this change: 

Security enhanced. Change done in very close collaboration and with the recommandation of the CERN IT security team.

Service Element Affected: 
IT Support Services for IT Operations
Effective from: 
Monday, September 12, 2011 - 11:00
Posted by: 
IT-CF
Unit responsible for resolution: 
IT Department