Check: GEN000000-AIX0320
AIX 5.3 STIG:
GEN000000-AIX0320
(in version v1 r3)
Title
The /etc/ftpaccess.ctl file must be owned by root. (Cat II impact)
Discussion
If the ftpaccess.ctl file is not owned by root, an unauthorized user may modify the file to allow unauthorized access to change the file. Unauthorized modification could result in Denial of Service to authorized FTP users or permit unauthorized access to system information.
Check Content
Check the ownership of the /etc/ftpaccess.ctl file. # ls -l /etc/ftpaccess.ctl If the ftpaccess.ctl file is not owned by root, this is a finding.
Fix Text
Change the owner of the ftpaccess.ctl file to root. # chown root /etc/ftpaccess.ctl
Additional Identifiers
Rule ID: SV-38751r1_rule
Vulnerability ID: V-29520
Group Title:
Expert Comments
CCIs
Number | Definition |
---|---|
CCI-000225 |
The organization employs the concept of least privilege, allowing only authorized accesses for users (and processes acting on behalf of users) which are necessary to accomplish assigned tasks in accordance with organizational missions and business functions. |
CCI-000366 |
The organization implements the security configuration settings. |