Check: GEN002980
HP-UX 11.31 STIG:
GEN002980
(in versions v1 r19 through v1 r13)
Title
The cron.allow file must have mode 0600 or less permissive. (Cat II impact)
Discussion
A cron.allow file, readable and/or writable by other than root, could allow potential intruders and malicious users to use the file contents to help discern information, such as who is allowed to execute cron programs, which could be harmful to overall system and network security.
Check Content
Check mode of the cron.allow file. Procedure: # ls -lL /var/adm/cron/cron.allow If the file has a mode more permissive than 0600, this is a finding.
Fix Text
Change the mode of the cron.allow file to 0600. Procedure: # chmod 0600 /var/adm/cron/cron.allow
Additional Identifiers
Rule ID: SV-38542r1_rule
Vulnerability ID: V-975
Group Title: GEN002980
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 |