Check: GEN002300
HP-UX 11.31 STIG:
GEN002300
(in versions v1 r19 through v1 r13)
Title
Device files used for backup must only be readable and/or writable by root or the backup user. (Cat II impact)
Discussion
System backups could be accidentally or maliciously overwritten and destroy the ability to recover the system if a compromise should occur. Unauthorized users could also copy system files.
Check Content
Check the system for device files read/write enabled for users other than root or the backup user. Example: # find / \( -perm -0020 -o -perm -0040 -o -perm -0002 -o -perm -0004 \) -a \( -type b -o -type c -o -type n \) -exec ls -ld {} \; If any device files used for backup are read/write enabled for users other than root, this is a finding.
Fix Text
Use the chmod command to remove the read/write bit(s) from the backup device files. # chmod o-r <b/u device file name> # chmod o-w <b/u device file name> # chmod g-r <b/u device file name> # chmod g-w <b/u device file name> Document all changes.
Additional Identifiers
Rule ID: SV-38506r1_rule
Vulnerability ID: V-925
Group Title: GEN002300
Expert Comments
CCIs
| Number | Definition |
|---|---|
| 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 |
|---|---|
| AC-6 |
Least Privilege |