Check: RHEL-06-000220
Red Hat Enterprise Linux 6 STIG:
RHEL-06-000220
(in versions v2 r2 through v1 r14)
Title
The ypserv package must not be installed. (Cat II impact)
Discussion
Removing the "ypserv" package decreases the risk of the accidental (or intentional) activation of NIS or NIS+ services.
Check Content
Run the following command to determine if the "ypserv" package is installed: # rpm -q ypserv If the package is installed, this is a finding.
Fix Text
The "ypserv" package can be uninstalled with the following command: # yum erase ypserv
Additional Identifiers
Rule ID: SV-217989r603264_rule
Vulnerability ID: V-217989
Group Title: SRG-OS-000095
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CCIs
CCIs tied to check.
| Number | Definition |
|---|---|
| CCI-000381 |
The organization configures the information system to provide only essential capabilities. |
Controls
Controls tied to check. These are derived from the CCIs shown above.
| Number | Title |
|---|---|
| CM-7 |
Least Functionality |