Check: GEN006180
HP-UX 11.31 STIG:
GEN006180
(in versions v1 r19 through v1 r13)
Title
The smbpasswd file must be group-owned by root. (Cat II impact)
Discussion
If the smbpasswd file is not group-owned by root, it may be maliciously accessed or modified, potentially resulting in the compromise of Samba accounts.
Check Content
Check smbpasswd ownership: # ls -lL /var/opt/samba/private/smbpasswd If the smbpasswd file is not group-owned by root, this is a finding.
Fix Text
Use the chgrp command to ensure that the group owner of the smbpasswd file is root. # chgrp root <path>/smbpasswd
Additional Identifiers
Rule ID: SV-37880r1_rule
Vulnerability ID: V-1058
Group Title: GEN006180
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 |