Check: GEN006140
HP-UX 11.31 STIG:
GEN006140
(in versions v1 r19 through v1 r13)
Title
The /etc/opt/samba/smb.conf file must have mode 0644 or less permissive. (Cat II impact)
Discussion
If the smb.conf file has excessive permissions, the file may be maliciously modified and the Samba configuration could be compromised.
Check Content
Check the mode of the smb.conf file. # ls -lL /etc/opt/samba/smb.conf If the smb.conf has a mode more permissive than 0644, this is a finding.
Fix Text
Change the mode of the smb.conf file to 0644 or less permissive. # chmod 0644 /etc/opt/samba/smb.conf
Additional Identifiers
Rule ID: SV-35221r1_rule
Vulnerability ID: V-1028
Group Title: GEN006140
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 |