Check: GEN003780
HP-UX 11.31 STIG:
GEN003780
(in versions v1 r19 through v1 r13)
Title
The services file must have mode 0444 or less permissive. (Cat II impact)
Discussion
The services file is critical to the proper operation of network services and must be protected from unauthorized modification. Unauthorized modification could result in the failure of network services.
Check Content
Check the mode of the services file. NOTE: The typical default mode of the services file is 0444. # ls -lL /etc/services If the services file has a mode more permissive than 0444, this is a finding.
Fix Text
Change the mode of the services file to 0444 or less permissive. # chmod 0444 /etc/services
Additional Identifiers
Rule ID: SV-35078r1_rule
Vulnerability ID: V-824
Group Title: GEN003780
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 |