Canonical Ubuntu 20.04 LTS STIG Version Comparison

There are 40 differences between versions v1 r11 (Jan. 24, 2024) (the "left" version) and v2 r1 (Oct. 24, 2024) (the "right" version).

Check UBTU-20-010415 was removed from the benchmark in the "right" version. The text below reflects the old wording.

This check's original form is available here.

Title

The Ubuntu operating system must deploy Endpoint Security for Linux Threat Prevention (ENSLTP).

Check Content

The Ubuntu operating system is not compliant with this requirement; hence, it is a finding. However, the severity level can be mitigated to a CAT III if the ENSLTP module is installed and running. Check that the "mcafeetp" package has been installed: # dpkg -l | grep mcafeetp If the "mcafeetp" package is not installed, this finding will remain as a CAT II. Check that the daemon is running: # /opt/McAfee/ens/tp/init/mfetpd-control.sh status If the daemon is not running, this finding will remain as a CAT II.

Discussion

Without the use of automated mechanisms to scan for security flaws on a continuous and/or periodic basis, the operating system or other system components may remain vulnerable to the exploits presented by undetected software flaws. To support this requirement, the operating system may have an integrated solution incorporating continuous scanning using HBSS and periodic scanning using other tools, as specified in the requirement.

Fix

The Ubuntu operating system is not compliant with this requirement; however, the severity level can be mitigated to a CAT III if the ENSLTP module is installed and running. Configure the Ubuntu operating system to use ENSLTP. Install the "mcafeetp" package via the ePO server.