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Multiple failed login attempts from Unknown user

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Applies to

9.17.1P1

Issue

After upgrading to 9.17.1P1, the following spam is observed in the audit logs:

Mon Nov 10 07:48:51 2025 cluster-01  [kern_audit:info:3903] 8503e800000890c2 :: cluster-01:ontapi :: x.x.x.x:40320 :: cluster-01:unknown:unknown :: Login Attempt :: Error: Authentication failed.

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