Check: GEN000000-AIX0330
AIX 6.1 SECURITY TECHNICAL IMPLEMENTATION GUIDE:
GEN000000-AIX0330
(in versions v1 r14 through v1 r10)
Title
The /etc/ftpaccess.ctl file must be group-owned by bin, sys, or system. (Cat II impact)
Discussion
If the ftpaccess.ctl file is not group-owned by a system group, an unauthorized user may modify the file to allow unauthorized access to modify 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 group ownership of the ftpaccess.ctl file. # ls -lL /etc/ftpaccess.ctl If the /etc/ftpaccess.ctl file is not group-owned by bin, sys, or system, this is a finding.
Fix Text
Change the group owner of the /etc/ftpaccess.ctl file. # chgrp system /etc/ftpaccess.ctl
Additional Identifiers
Rule ID: SV-38752r1_rule
Vulnerability ID: V-29521
Group Title: GEN000000-AIX0330
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. |
CCI-000366 |
The organization implements the security configuration settings. |