Check: GEN004000
AIX 6.1 SECURITY TECHNICAL IMPLEMENTATION GUIDE:
GEN004000
(in versions v1 r14 through v1 r10)
Title
The traceroute file must have mode 0700 or less permissive. (Cat II impact)
Discussion
If the mode of the traceroute executable is more permissive than 0700, malicious code could be inserted by an attacker and triggered whenever the traceroute command is executed by authorized users. Additionally, if an unauthorized user is granted executable permissions to the traceroute command, it could be used to gain information about the network topology behind the firewall. This information may allow an attacker to determine trusted routers and other network information possibly leading to system and network compromise.
Check Content
# ls -lL /usr/bin/traceroute If the traceroute command has a mode more permissive than 0700, this is a finding.
Fix Text
Change the mode of the traceroute command. # chmod 0700 /usr/bin/traceroute
Additional Identifiers
Rule ID: SV-28400r1_rule
Vulnerability ID: V-4371
Group Title: GEN004000
Expert Comments
CCIs
| Number | Definition |
|---|---|
| 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 |
|---|---|
| AC-6 |
Least Privilege |