Check: GEN001740
Solaris 9 X86 STIG:
GEN001740
(in version v1 r9)
Title
All global initialization files must be owned by root. (Cat II impact)
Discussion
Global initialization files are used to configure the user's shell environment upon login. Malicious modification of these files could compromise accounts upon logon. Failure to give ownership of sensitive files or utilities to root or bin provides the designated owner and unauthorized users with the potential to access sensitive information or change the system configuration which could weaken the system's security posture.
Check Content
Check the ownership of global initialization files. Procedure: # ls -lL /etc/.login /etc/profile /etc/bashrc /etc/environment /etc/security/environ /etc/csh.login /etc/csh.cshrc If any global initialization file exists and is not owned by root, this is a finding.
Fix Text
Change the ownership of global initialization files with incorrect ownership. Procedure: # chown bin <global initialization files>
Additional Identifiers
Rule ID: SV-39830r1_rule
Vulnerability ID: V-11982
Group Title:
Expert Comments
CCIs
Number | Definition |
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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
Number | Title |
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AC-6 |
Least Privilege |