Check: GEN001393
HP-UX 11.31 STIG:
GEN001393
(in versions v1 r19 through v1 r13)
Title
The /etc/group file must have mode 0444 or less permissive. (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 mode of the /etc/group file. # ls -l /etc/group If the file mode is more permissive than 0444, this is a finding.
Fix Text
Change the mode of the /etc/group file to 0444 or less permissive. # chmod 0444 /etc/group
Additional Identifiers
Rule ID: SV-38339r1_rule
Vulnerability ID: V-22337
Group Title: GEN001393
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 |