Check: GEN003840
Solaris 10 X86 STIG:
GEN003840
(in versions v2 r4 through v1 r17)
Title
The rexec daemon must not be running. (Cat I impact)
Discussion
The rexecd process provides a typically unencrypted, host-authenticated remote access service. SSH should be used in place of this service.
Check Content
# svcs rexec If the service is enabled, this is a finding.
Fix Text
# svcadm disable rexec # svcadm refresh inetd
Additional Identifiers
Rule ID: SV-227824r603266_rule
Vulnerability ID: V-227824
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 |