Title

The operating system must define default permissions for all authenticated users in such a way that the user can only read and modify their own files. (Cat II impact)

Discussion

Setting the most restrictive default permissions ensures that when new accounts are created they do not have unnecessary access.

Check Content

Verify the operating system defines default permissions for all authenticated users in such a way that the user can only read and modify their own files. If it does not, this is a finding.

Fix Text

Configure the operating system to define default permissions for all authenticated users in such a way that the user can only read and modify their own files.

Additional Identifiers

Rule ID: SV-203781r991590_rule

Vulnerability ID: V-203781

Group Title: SRG-OS-000480

Expert Comments

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