14. Login Problems
User login attempts can fail for many reasons. The account could have been removed or the password changed. Linux provides password aging to force users to change their passwords regularly. A password can have a maximum age after which the account is locked. If a user notifies you that his login attempts fail, the first thing to check is whether he is permitted to log in.
Linux does not provide a meaningful explanation for why logins fail. This is part of good security because few hints are given to would-be intruders. It does make troubleshooting more complex, however. This chapter explains the commands needed to troubleshoot login failures and explains the authentication components. If you follow the steps explained in this ...
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