Check: GEN008180
SUSE Linux Enterprise Server v11 for System z STIG:
GEN008180
(in versions v1 r12 through v1 r9)
Title
If the system is using LDAP for authentication or account information, the TLS certificate authority file and/or directory (as appropriate) must have mode 0644 (0755 for directories) or less permissive. (Cat II impact)
Discussion
LDAP can be used to provide user authentication and account information, which are vital to system security. The LDAP client configuration must be protected from unauthorized modification.
Check Content
Determine the certificate authority file and/or directory. Procedure: # grep -i '^tls_cacert' /etc/ldap.conf For each file or directory returned, check the permissions. Procedure: # ls -lLd <certpath> If the mode of the file is more permissive than 0644 (or 0755 for directories), this is a finding.
Fix Text
Change the mode of the file or directory. File Procedure: # chmod 0644 <certpath> Directory Procedure: # chmod 0755 <certpath>
Additional Identifiers
Rule ID: SV-46093r1_rule
Vulnerability ID: V-22565
Group Title: GEN008180
Expert Comments
CCIs
| 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
| Number | Title |
|---|---|
| AC-6 |
Least Privilege |