Check: GEN005160
HP-UX 11.31 STIG:
GEN005160
(in versions v1 r19 through v1 r13)
Title
Any X Windows host must write .Xauthority files. (Cat II impact)
Discussion
.Xauthority files ensure the user is authorized to access the specific X Windows host. If .Xauthority files are not used, it may be possible to obtain unauthorized access to the X Windows host.
Check Content
Check for .Xauthority files being utilized by looking for such files in the home directory of a user using X. Get a list of (non-system account) users and the associated home directories. # cat /etc/passwd | cut -f 1,6 -d ":" Inspect individual user home directories for the .Xauthority file. # find <f6 from the above command> -type f -name "\.Xauthority" -exec ls -lLa {} \; If the .Xauthority file does not exist, ask the SA if the user is using X Windows. If the user is utilizing X Windows and the .Xauthority file does not exist, this is a finding.
Fix Text
Ensure the X Windows host is configured to write .Xauthority files into user home directories. Edit the file. Ensure the line writing the .Xauthority file is uncommented.
Additional Identifiers
Rule ID: SV-35160r1_rule
Vulnerability ID: V-850
Group Title: GEN005160
Expert Comments
CCIs
Number | Definition |
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CCI-000297 |
The organization reviews and updates the baseline configuration of the information system when required due to organization-defined circumstances. |
Controls
Number | Title |
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CM-2 (1) |
Reviews And Updates |