Check: GEN004370
HP-UX 11.31 STIG:
GEN004370
(in versions v1 r19 through v1 r13)
Title
The aliases file must be group-owned by root, sys, bin, or other. (Cat II impact)
Discussion
If the alias file is not group-owned by root, bin, sys or other, an unauthorized user may modify the file to add aliases to run malicious code or redirect e-mail.
Check Content
Check the group ownership of the /etc/mail/aliases file. # ls -lL /etc/mail/aliases 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 /etc/mail/aliases file. # chgrp root /etc/mail/aliases
Additional Identifiers
Rule ID: SV-35163r1_rule
Vulnerability ID: V-22438
Group Title: GEN004370
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 |