Check: GEN000000-AIX0090
AIX 6.1 SECURITY TECHNICAL IMPLEMENTATION GUIDE:
GEN000000-AIX0090
(in versions v1 r14 through v1 r10)
Title
The /etc/netsvc.conf file must be group-owned by bin, sys, or system. (Cat II impact)
Discussion
The /etc/netsvc.conf file is used to specify the ordering of name resolution for the sendmail command, alias resolution for the sendmail command, and host name resolution routines. Malicious changes could prevent the system from functioning correctly or compromise system security.
Check Content
Check the group ownership of the /etc/netcsvc.conf file. Procedure: # ls -lL /etc/netsvc.conf If the file is not group-owned by bin, sys, or system, this is a finding.
Fix Text
Change the group owner of the /etc/netsvc.conf file to bin, sys, or system. Procedure: # chgrp system /etc/netsvc.conf
Additional Identifiers
Rule ID: SV-38696r1_rule
Vulnerability ID: V-29492
Group Title: GEN000000-AIX0090
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. |
Controls
Number | Title |
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AC-6 |
Least Privilege |