Check: GEN006290
HP-UX 11.31 STIG:
GEN006290
(in versions v1 r19 through v1 r13)
Title
The /etc/news/hosts.nntp.nolimit file must not have an extended ACL. (Cat II impact)
Discussion
File system extended ACLs provide access to files beyond what is allowed by the mode numbers of the files. Excessive permissions on the hosts.nntp.nolimit file may allow unauthorized modification which could lead to Denial of Service to authorized users or provide access to unauthorized users.
Check Content
Check the permissions of the file. # find / -type f -name hosts.nntp.nolimit | xargs -n1 ls -lL If the permissions include a "+" the file has an extended ACL, this is a finding.
Fix Text
Remove the optional ACL from the file. # chacl -z <path>/hosts.nntp.nolimit
Additional Identifiers
Rule ID: SV-35117r1_rule
Vulnerability ID: V-22503
Group Title: GEN006290
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 |