Check: GEN000000-AIX0340
AIX 6.1 SECURITY TECHNICAL IMPLEMENTATION GUIDE:
GEN000000-AIX0340
(in versions v1 r14 through v1 r10)
Title
The /etc/ftpaccess.ctl file must have mode 0640 or less permissive. (Cat II impact)
Discussion
Excessive permissions on the ftpaccess.ctl file could permit unauthorized modification. Unauthorized modification could result in Denial of Service to authorized FTP users or permit unauthorized access to system information.
Check Content
Check the permissions of the /etc/ftpaccess.ctl file. # ls -l /etc/ftpaccess.ctl If the ftpaccess.ctl file has a mode more permissive than 0640, this is a finding.
Fix Text
Change the mode of the /etc/ftpaccess.ctl file to 0640. # chmod 0640 /etc/ftpaccess.ctl
Additional Identifiers
Rule ID: SV-38753r1_rule
Vulnerability ID: V-29522
Group Title: GEN000000-AIX0340
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. |