Check: GEN003190
HP-UX 11.31 STIG:
GEN003190
(in versions v1 r19 through v1 r13)
Title
The cron log files must not have extended ACLs. (Cat II impact)
Discussion
Cron logs contain reports of scheduled system activities and must be protected from unauthorized access or manipulation.
Check Content
Check the permissions of the file. # ls -lL /var/adm/cron/log 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 /var/adm/cron/log
Additional Identifiers
Rule ID: SV-38361r1_rule
Vulnerability ID: V-22388
Group Title: GEN003190
Expert Comments
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CCIs
CCIs tied to check.
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
Controls tied to check. These are derived from the CCIs shown above.
Number | Title |
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AC-6 |
Least Privilege |