Check: GEN006580
AIX 6.1 SECURITY TECHNICAL IMPLEMENTATION GUIDE:
GEN006580
(in versions v1 r14 through v1 r10)
Title
The system must use an access control program. (Cat II impact)
Discussion
Access control programs (such as TCP_WRAPPERS) provide the ability to enhance system security posture.
Check Content
Determine if TCP_WRAPPERS is being used. # grep tcpd /etc/inetd.conf If no services are listed, this is a finding.
Fix Text
Edit /etc/inetd.conf and use tcpd to wrap services. Use SMIT to install TCP Wrappers from the AIX Expansion pack media as fileset netsec.options.tcpwrappers.
Additional Identifiers
Rule ID: SV-38959r1_rule
Vulnerability ID: V-940
Group Title: GEN006580
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CCIs
CCIs tied to check.
| Number | Definition |
|---|---|
| CCI-000366 |
Implement the security configuration settings. |
Controls
Controls tied to check. These are derived from the CCIs shown above.
| Number | Title |
|---|---|
| CM-6 |
Configuration Settings |