Check: GEN001391
Title
The /etc/group file must be owned by root. (Cat II impact)
Discussion
The /etc/group file is critical to system security and must be owned by a privileged user. The group file contains a list of system groups and associated information.
Check Content
Verify the /etc/group file is owned by root. Procedure: # ls -l /etc/group If the file is not owned by root, this is a finding.
Fix Text
Change the owner of the /etc/group file to root. # chown root /etc/group
Additional Identifiers
Rule ID:
Vulnerability ID: V-22335
Group Title:
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CCIs
CCIs tied to check.
| Number | Definition |
|---|---|
| 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 |
|---|---|
| AC-6 |
Least Privilege |