Check: GEN000000-AIX0100
AIX 5.3 STIG:
GEN000000-AIX0100
(in version v1 r3)
Title
The /etc/netsvc.conf file must have mode 0644 or less permissive. (Cat II impact)
Discussion
The /etc/netsvc.conf file is used to specify the ordering of name resolution for the sendmail command, alias resolution for the sendmail command, and host name resolution routines. Malicious changes could prevent the system from functioning correctly or compromise system security.
Check Content
Check the mode of the /etc/netsvc.conf file. # ls -l /etc/netsvc.conf If the file mode is more permissive than 0644, this is a finding.
Fix Text
Change the mode of the /etc/netsvc.conf file to 0644 or less permissive. # chmod 0644 /etc/netsvc.conf
Additional Identifiers
Rule ID: SV-38697r1_rule
Vulnerability ID: V-29493
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 |