Check: GEN005880
HP-UX 11.31 STIG:
GEN005880
(in versions v1 r19 through v1 r13)
Title
The NFS server must not allow remote root access. (Cat II impact)
Discussion
If the NFS server allows root access to local file systems from remote hosts, this access could be used to compromise the system.
Check Content
Determine if the NFS server is sharing with the root access option. # cat /etc/dfs/sharetab | grep "root=" If a share with the root option is found, this is a finding.
Fix Text
Edit /etc/dfs/dfstab and remove the root= option for all shares. Re-share the file systems.
Additional Identifiers
Rule ID: SV-35202r1_rule
Vulnerability ID: V-935
Group Title: GEN005880
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 |