Check: GEN000000-SOL00440
SOLARIS 9 SPARC STIG:
GEN000000-SOL00440
(in version v1 r12)
Title
The root account must be the only account with GID of 0. (Cat I impact)
Discussion
Accounts with a GID of 0 have root group privileges.
Check Content
Fix Text
Change the default GID of non-root accounts to a valid GID other than 0.
Additional Identifiers
Rule ID: SV-12534r2_rule
Vulnerability ID: V-12033
Group Title: GEN000000-SOL00440
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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. |
| CCI-000764 |
The information system uniquely identifies and authenticates organizational users (or processes acting on behalf of organizational users). |