Check: GEN000000-AIX0350
AIX 6.1 SECURITY TECHNICAL IMPLEMENTATION GUIDE:
GEN000000-AIX0350
(in versions v1 r14 through v1 r10)
Title
The /etc/ftpaccess.ctl file must not have an extended ACL. (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. #aclget /etc/ftpaccess.ctl Check if extended permissions are disabled. If extended permissions are not disabled, this is a finding.
Fix Text
Remove the extended ACL from the /etc/ftpaccess.ctl file. #acledit /etc/ftpaccess.ctl Disable extended permissions.
Additional Identifiers
Rule ID: SV-38754r1_rule
Vulnerability ID: V-29523
Group Title: GEN000000-AIX0350
Expert Comments
CCIs
| Number | Definition |
|---|---|
| CCI-000225 |
Employ the principle of least privilege, allowing only authorized accesses for users (or processes acting on behalf of users) which are necessary to accomplish assigned organizational tasks. |
| CCI-000366 |
Implement the security configuration settings. |