diff --git a/lynis b/lynis
index 5a02569b..bfed1256 100755
--- a/lynis
+++ b/lynis
@@ -318,11 +318,13 @@ You are advised to check for temporary files after program completion.
 
 ${YELLOW}Note: ${WHITE}Cancelling the program can leave temporary files behind${NORMAL}
 "
-        wait_for_keypress
 
+        # Quit directly for cron jobs.
         if [ ${CRONJOB} -eq 1 ]; then
             echo "Quitting, to prevent multiple cron jobs running at the same time"
             exit 1 # Manually exit, no cleanups to prevent deleting an active PID file
+          else
+            wait_for_keypress
         fi
 
         # Deleting any stale PID files that might exist. Note: Display function does not work yet at this point