Check: GEN001440
SUSE Linux Enterprise Server v11 for System z STIG:
GEN001440
(in versions v1 r12 through v1 r9)
Title
All interactive users must be assigned a home directory in the /etc/passwd file. (Cat III impact)
Discussion
If users do not have a valid home directory, there is no place for the storage and control of files they own.
Check Content
Use pwck to verify home directory assignments are present. # pwck If any user is not assigned a home directory, this is a finding.
Fix Text
Assign a home directory to any user without one. This can be accomplished using ‘/sbin/yast2 users’ > Edit > Details to modify the home directory of an existing user. Alternatively, the following command may be used: # usermod -d </home/directory> <username>
Additional Identifiers
Rule ID: SV-45010r1_rule
Vulnerability ID: V-899
Group Title: GEN001440
Expert Comments
CCIs
| Number | Definition |
|---|---|
| CCI-000225 |
Employ the principle of least privilege, allowing only authorized accesses for users (or processes acting on behalf of users) which are necessary to accomplish assigned organizational tasks. |
Controls
| Number | Title |
|---|---|
| AC-6 |
Least Privilege |