Check: GEN001372
AIX 5.3 STIG:
GEN001372
(in version v1 r3)
Title
The /etc/nsswitch.conf file must be group-owned by root, bin, sys, or system. (Cat II impact)
Discussion
The nsswitch.conf file (or equivalent) configures the source of a variety of system security information including account, group, and host lookups. Malicious changes could prevent the system from functioning or compromise system security.
Check Content
Check the group ownership of the nsswitch.conf file. AIX does not use the /etc/nsswitch.conf file. This check is not applicable. Procedure: # ls -lL /etc/nsswitch.conf If the file is not group-owned by root, bin, sys, or system, this is a finding.
Fix Text
Change the group owner of the /etc/nsswitch.conf file to root, bin, sys, or system. Procedure: # chgrp system /etc/nsswitch.conf
Additional Identifiers
Rule ID: SV-39101r1_rule
Vulnerability ID: V-22328
Group Title:
Expert Comments
CCIs
Number | Definition |
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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. |
Controls
Number | Title |
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AC-6 |
Least Privilege |