Linux PAM Security Administration - PAM File Configuration Format

The video tutorial explains the structure and purpose of PAM configuration files located in the etcpam.d directory. It describes the three main columns: management group, control flags, and module SO files, and their roles in authentication processes. The tutorial also provides a practical demonstration on a Linux machine, showing how different authentication mechanisms can be configured for various applications.

Describe the significance of the module SO files in the PAM configuration.

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How does PAM consult the configuration files when an application logs in?

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