Check: GEN005420
HP-UX 11.31 STIG:
GEN005420
(in versions v1 r19 through v1 r13)
Title
The /etc/syslog.conf file must be group-owned by root, bin, sys, or system. (Cat II impact)
Discussion
If the group owner of /etc/syslog.conf is not root, bin, or sys, unauthorized users could be permitted to view, edit, or delete important system messages handled by the syslog facility.
Check Content
Check /etc/syslog.conf group ownership. # ls -lL /etc/syslog.conf If /etc/syslog.conf is not group-owned by root, sys, bin, or other, this is a finding.
Fix Text
Change the group owner of the /etc/syslog.conf file to root, bin, sys, or other. # chgrp root /etc/syslog.conf
Additional Identifiers
Rule ID: SV-35186r1_rule
Vulnerability ID: V-4394
Group Title: GEN005420
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 |