Check: GEN001394
HP-UX 11.31 STIG:
GEN001394
(in versions v1 r19 through v1 r13)
Title
The /etc/group file must not have an extended ACL. (Cat II impact)
Discussion
The /etc/group file is critical to system security and must be protected from unauthorized modification. The group file contains a list of system groups and associated information.
Check Content
Verify /etc/group has no extended ACL. # ls -lL /etc/group If the permissions include a "+", the file has an extended ACL, this is a finding.
Fix Text
Remove the extended ACL from the /etc/group file. # chacl -z /etc/group
Additional Identifiers
Rule ID: SV-38322r1_rule
Vulnerability ID: V-22338
Group Title: GEN001394
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 |