Check: GEN003180
Title
The cronlog file must have mode 0600 or less permissive. (Cat II impact)
Discussion
Cron logs contain reports of scheduled system activities and must be protected from unauthorized access or manipulation.
Check Content
Check the mode of the cron log file. # ls -lL /var/cron/log If the mode is more permissive than 0600, this is a finding.
Fix Text
Change the mode of the cron log file. # chmod 0600 /var/cron/log
Additional Identifiers
Rule ID:
Vulnerability ID: V-983
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 |