Accounts: Rename administrator account

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Configurable Item The built-in local administrator account is a well-known account name that attackers will target. Microsoft recommends to choose another name for this account, and to avoid names that denote administrative or elevated access accounts. Be sure to also change the default description for the local administrator (through the Computer Management console). (used 3 times in citations and controls)
  • Per ISO 704:2009 methodology

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Plural Accounts: Rename administrator accounts
Plural Possessive Accounts: Rename administrator accounts'
Possessive Accounts: Rename administrator account's

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