Check: GEN003522
HP-UX 11.31 STIG:
GEN003522
(in versions v1 r19 through v1 r13)
Title
The kernel core dump data directory must have mode 0700 or less permissive. (Cat III impact)
Discussion
Kernel core dumps may contain the full contents of system memory at the time of the crash. As the system memory may contain sensitive information, it must be protected accordingly. If the mode of the kernel core dump data directory is more permissive than 0700, unauthorized users may be able to view or to modify kernel core dump data files.
Check Content
Determine the kernel core dump data directory and check its permissions. # ls -lLd /var/adm/crash If the directory has a mode more permissive than 0700, this is a finding.
Fix Text
Change the group-owner of the kernel core dump data directory. # chmod 0700 /var/adm/crash
Additional Identifiers
Rule ID: SV-26615r1_rule
Vulnerability ID: V-22406
Group Title: GEN003522
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 |