Check: GEN005420
SOLARIS 9 SPARC STIG:
GEN005420
(in version v1 r12)
Title
The /etc/syslog.conf file must be group-owned by root, bin, or sys. (Cat II impact)
Discussion
If the group owner of /etc/syslog.conf is not root, bin, or sys, unauthorized users could be permitted to view, edit, or delete important system messages handled by the syslog facility.
Check Content
Fix Text
Change the group owner of the /etc/syslog.conf file to root, bin, or sys. Procedure: # chgrp root /etc/syslog.conf
Additional Identifiers
Rule ID: SV-39892r1_rule
Vulnerability ID: V-4394
Group Title: GEN005420
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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. |
Controls
Controls tied to check. These are derived from the CCIs shown above.
| Number | Title |
|---|---|
| AC-6 |
Least Privilege |