Check: OL08-00-010210
Oracle Linux 8 STIG:
OL08-00-010210
(in versions v1 r10 through v1 r1)
Title
The OL 8 "/var/log/messages" file must have mode 0640 or less permissive. (Cat II impact)
Discussion
Only authorized personnel should be aware of errors and the details of the errors. Error messages are an indicator of an organization's operational state or can identify the OL 8 system or platform. Additionally, Personally Identifiable Information (PII) and operational information must not be revealed through error messages to unauthorized personnel or their designated representatives. The structure and content of error messages must be carefully considered by the organization and development team. The extent to which the information system is able to identify and handle error conditions is guided by organizational policy and operational requirements.
Check Content
Verify that the "/var/log/messages" file has mode "0640" or less permissive with the following command: $ sudo stat -c "%a %n" /var/log/messages 640 /var/log/messages If a value of "0640" or less permissive is not returned, this is a finding.
Fix Text
Change the permissions of the file "/var/log/messages" to "0640" by running the following command: $ sudo chmod 0640 /var/log/messages
Additional Identifiers
Rule ID: SV-248554r779228_rule
Vulnerability ID: V-248554
Group Title: SRG-OS-000206-GPOS-00084
Expert Comments
CCIs
Number | Definition |
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CCI-001314 |
The information system reveals error messages only to organization-defined personnel or roles. |
Controls
Number | Title |
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SI-11 |
Error Handling |