Check: GEN001490
SUSE Linux Enterprise Server v11 for System z STIG:
GEN001490
(in versions v1 r12 through v1 r9)
Title
User home directories must not have extended ACLs. (Cat III impact)
Discussion
Excessive permissions on home directories allow unauthorized access to user files.
Check Content
Verify user home directories have no extended ACLs. # cut -d : -f 6 /etc/passwd | xargs -n1 ls -ld If the permissions include a '+', the file has an extended ACL this is a finding.
Fix Text
Remove the extended ACL from the file. # setfacl --remove-all [user home directory with extended ACL]
Additional Identifiers
Rule ID: SV-45029r1_rule
Vulnerability ID: V-22350
Group Title: GEN001490
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 |