Check: GEN001760
HP-UX 11.23 STIG:
GEN001760
(in version v1 r8)
Title
All global initialization files must be group-owned by root, sys, bin, other system, or the system default. (Cat II impact)
Discussion
Global initialization files are used to configure the user's shell environment upon login. Malicious modification of these files could compromise accounts upon logon. Failure to give ownership of sensitive files or utilities to root or bin provides the designated owner and unauthorized users with the potential to access sensitive information or change the system configuration which could weaken the system's security posture.
Check Content
Check the group ownership of global initialization files. # ls -lL /etc/profile /etc/bashrc /etc/csh.login /etc/csh.cshrc /etc/.login If any global initialization file is not group-owned by root, sys, bin, other, or the system default, this is a finding.
Fix Text
Change the group ownership of the global initialization file(s) with incorrect group ownership. # chgrp root <global initialization file>
Additional Identifiers
Rule ID: SV-38268r1_rule
Vulnerability ID: V-11983
Group Title: GEN001760
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 |