Check: GEN008060
AIX 5.3 STIG:
GEN008060
(in version v1 r3)
Title
If the system is using LDAP for authentication or account information the /etc/ldap.conf (or equivalent) file must have mode 0644 or less permissive. (Cat II impact)
Discussion
LDAP can be used to provide user authentication and account information, which are vital to system security. The LDAP client configuration must be protected from unauthorized modification.
Check Content
Check the permissions of the /etc/security/ldap/ldap.cfg file. # ls -lL /etc/security/ldap/ldap.cfg If the mode of the file is more permissive than 0644, this is a finding.
Fix Text
Change the permissions of the /etc/security/ldap/ldap.cfg file to 0644 or less permissive. # chmod 0644 /etc/security/ldap/ldap.cfg
Additional Identifiers
Rule ID: SV-38969r1_rule
Vulnerability ID: V-22559
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 |