Check: GEN001373
HP-UX 11.31 STIG:
GEN001373
(in versions v1 r19 through v1 r13)
Title
The /etc/nsswitch.conf file must have mode 0644 or less permissive. (Cat II impact)
Discussion
The nsswitch.conf file (or equivalent) configures the source of a variety of system security information including account, group, and host lookups. Malicious changes could prevent the system from functioning or compromise system security.
Check Content
Check the mode of the /etc/nsswitch.conf file. # ls -lL /etc/nsswitch.conf If the file mode is more permissive than 0644, this is a finding.
Fix Text
Change the mode of the /etc/nsswitch.conf file to 0644 or less permissive. # chmod 0644 /etc/nsswitch.conf
Additional Identifiers
Rule ID: SV-38319r1_rule
Vulnerability ID: V-22329
Group Title: GEN001373
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 |