Check: GEN008640
Solaris 10 X86 STIG:
GEN008640
(in versions v2 r4 through v1 r17)
Title
The system must not use removable media as the boot loader. (Cat I impact)
Discussion
Malicious users with removable boot media can gain access to a system configured to use removable media as the boot loader.
Check Content
Ask the SA if the system uses removable media for the boot loader. If it does, this is a finding.
Fix Text
Configure the system to use a bootloader installed on fixed media.
Additional Identifiers
Rule ID: SV-220122r603266_rule
Vulnerability ID: V-220122
Group Title: SRG-OS-000480
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CCIs
CCIs tied to check.
| Number | Definition |
|---|---|
| CCI-000366 |
The organization implements the security configuration settings. |
Controls
Controls tied to check. These are derived from the CCIs shown above.
| Number | Title |
|---|---|
| CM-6 |
Configuration Settings |