Check: GEN005360
HP-UX 11.31 STIG:
GEN005360
(in versions v1 r19 through v1 r13)
Title
The snmpd.conf file must be owned by bin. (Cat II impact)
Discussion
The snmpd.conf file contains authenticators and must be protected from unauthorized access and modification. If the file is not owned by bin, it may be subject to access and modification from unauthorized users.
Check Content
Determine the owner of the SNMP configuration file. # ls -lL /etc/SnmpAgent.d/snmpd.conf If the snmpd.conf file is not owned by bin, this is a finding.
Fix Text
Change the owner of the snmpd.conf file to bin. # chown bin /etc/SnmpAgent.d/snmpd.conf
Additional Identifiers
Rule ID: SV-35203r1_rule
Vulnerability ID: V-12019
Group Title: GEN005360
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 |