Check: GEN005365
HP-UX 11.31 STIG:
GEN005365
(in versions v1 r19 through v1 r13)
Title
The snmpd.conf file must be group-owned by root, sys, bin or other. (Cat II impact)
Discussion
The snmpd.conf file contains authenticators and must be protected from unauthorized access and modification. If the file is not group-owned by root or a system group, it may be subject to access and modification from unauthorized users.
Check Content
Check the group ownership of the SNMP configuration file. # ls -lL /etc/SnmpAgent.d/snmpd.conf If the file is not group-owned by root, sys, bin or other, this is a finding.
Fix Text
Change the group ownership of the SNMP configuration file. # chgrp root /etc/SnmpAgent.d/snmpd.conf
Additional Identifiers
Rule ID: SV-26734r1_rule
Vulnerability ID: V-22451
Group Title: GEN005365
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 |