Check: GEN004920
Title
The ftpusers file must be owned by root. (Cat II impact)
Discussion
If the file ftpusers is not owned by root, an unauthorized user may modify the file to allow unauthorized accounts to use FTP.
Check Content
Check the ownership of the ftpusers file. # ls -l /etc/ftpusers If the ftpusers file is not owned by root, this is a finding.
Fix Text
Change the owner of the ftpusers file to root. # chown root /etc/ftpusers
Additional Identifiers
Rule ID:
Vulnerability ID: V-842
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 |