Check: F5BI-LT-000057
F5 BIG-IP Local Traffic Manager STIG:
F5BI-LT-000057
(in versions v2 r3 through v1 r2)
Title
The BIG-IP Core implementation must be configured to protect audit information from unauthorized modification. (Cat II impact)
Discussion
If audit data were to become compromised, then forensic analysis and discovery of the true source of potentially malicious system activity is impossible to achieve. To ensure the veracity of audit data, the information system and/or the application must protect audit information from unauthorized modification. This requirement can be achieved through multiple methods, which will depend upon system architecture and design. Some commonly employed methods include ensuring log files receive the proper file system permissions and limiting log data locations. Audit information includes all information (e.g., audit records, audit settings, and audit reports) needed to successfully audit information system activity. This does not apply to audit logs generated on behalf of the device itself (management).
Check Content
Verify the BIG-IP Core is configured to protect audit information from unauthorized modification. Navigate to the BIG-IP System manager >> System >> Logs >> Configuration >> Options. Under 'Log Access', verify unauthorized roles are set to 'Deny'. If the BIG-IP Core is not configured to protect audit information from unauthorized modification, this is a finding.
Fix Text
Configure the BIG-IP Core to protect audit information from unauthorized modification.
Additional Identifiers
Rule ID: SV-215750r557356_rule
Vulnerability ID: V-215750
Group Title: SRG-NET-000099-ALG-000057
Expert Comments
CCIs
Number | Definition |
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CCI-000163 |
The information system protects audit information from unauthorized modification. |
Controls
Number | Title |
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AU-9 |
Protection Of Audit Information |