Check: GEN008140
AIX 5.3 STIG:
GEN008140
(in version v1 r3)
Title
If the system is using LDAP for authentication or account information, the TLS certificate authority file and/or directory (as appropriate) must be owned by root. (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
Determine the SSL Certificate database file and/or directory. # grep -i '^ldapsslkeyf' /etc/security/ldap/ldap.cfg For each file or directory returned, check the ownership. # ls -lLd <certpath> If the owner of any file or directory is not root, this is a finding.
Fix Text
Change the ownership of the SSL key database file or directory. # chown root <certpath>
Additional Identifiers
Rule ID: SV-38973r1_rule
Vulnerability ID: V-22563
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 |