Check: GEN004220
SUSE Linux Enterprise Server v11 for System z STIG:
GEN004220
(in versions v1 r12 through v1 r9)
Title
Administrative accounts must not run a web browser, except as needed for local service administration. (Cat I impact)
Discussion
If a web browser flaw is exploited while running as a privileged user, the entire system could be compromised. Specific exceptions for local service administration should be documented in site-defined policy. These exceptions may include HTTP(S)-based tools used for the administration of the local system, services, or attached devices. Examples of possible exceptions are HP’s System Management Homepage (SMH), the CUPS administrative interface, and Sun's StorageTek Common Array Manager (CAM) when these services are running on the local system.
Check Content
Interview the SA to determine if a site-defined policy exists which requires administrative accounts to use web browsers only for local service administration. If a site-defined policy does not exist this is a finding.
Fix Text
Enforce a site-defined policy requiring administrative accounts use web browsers only for local service administration.
Additional Identifiers
Rule ID: SV-45825r1_rule
Vulnerability ID: V-4382
Group Title: GEN004220
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 |