Check: GEN004930
HP-UX 11.31 STIG:
GEN004930
(in versions v1 r19 through v1 r13)
Title
The ftpusers file must be group-owned by root, bin, sys or other. (Cat II impact)
Discussion
If the ftpusers file is not group-owned by root or a system group, an unauthorized user may modify the file to allow unauthorized accounts to use FTP.
Check Content
Check the group ownership of the ftpusers file. # ls -lL /etc/ftpd/ftpusers If the file is not group-owned by root, bin, sys or other, this is a finding.
Fix Text
Change the group owner of the ftpusers file. # chgrp root /etc/ftpd/ftpusers
Additional Identifiers
Rule ID: SV-35104r1_rule
Vulnerability ID: V-22444
Group Title: GEN004930
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 |