Check: GEN003521
HP-UX 11.31 STIG:
GEN003521
(in versions v1 r19 through v1 r13)
Title
The kernel core dump data directory must be group-owned by root, bin, sys, or other. (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 kernel core dump data directory is not group-owned by a system group, the core dumps contained in the directory may be subject to unauthorized access.
Check Content
Determine the kernel core dump data directory and check its ownership. # ls -lLd /var/adm/crash If the directory is not group-owned by root, bin, sys, or other this is a finding.
Fix Text
Change the group-owner of the kernel core dump data directory. # chgrp root /var/adm/crash
Additional Identifiers
Rule ID: SV-26611r1_rule
Vulnerability ID: V-22405
Group Title: GEN003521
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 |