Check: GEN001392
HP-UX 11.31 STIG:
GEN001392
(in versions v1 r19 through v1 r13)
Title
The /etc/group file must be group-owned by root, bin, sys, or system. (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
Check the group ownership of the /etc/group file. Procedure: # ls -lL /etc/group 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/group file. Procedure: # chgrp root /etc/group
Additional Identifiers
Rule ID: SV-38338r1_rule
Vulnerability ID: V-22336
Group Title: GEN001392
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 |