Check: GEN003840
VMware ESX 3 Server:
GEN003840
(in version v1 r2)
Title
The rexec daemon must not be running. (Cat I impact)
Discussion
The rexecd process provides a typically unencrypted, host-authenticated remote access service. SSH should be used in place of this service.
Check Content
Determine if the rexecd service is running. If the service is running, this is a finding.
Fix Text
Disable the rexecd service.
Additional Identifiers
Rule ID: SV-4688r2_rule
Vulnerability ID: V-4688
Group Title: GEN003840
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CCIs
CCIs tied to check.
| Number | Definition |
|---|---|
| CCI-001435 |
The organization defines networking protocols within the information system deemed to be nonsecure. |
Controls
Controls tied to check. These are derived from the CCIs shown above.
| Number | Title |
|---|---|
| No controls are assigned to this check |