Check: GEN000000-LNX00500
VMware ESX 3 Server:
GEN000000-LNX00500
(in version v1 r2)
Title
The /etc/sysctl.conf file must be group-owned by root. (Cat II impact)
Discussion
The sysctl.conf file specifies the values for kernel parameters to be set on boot. These settings can affect the system's security.
Check Content
Check /etc/sysctl.conf group ownership: # ls -lL /etc/sysctl.conf If /etc/sysctl.conf is not group-owned by root, this is a finding.
Fix Text
Use the chgrp command to change the group owner of /etc/sysctl.conf to root: # chgrp root /etc/sysctl.conf
Additional Identifiers
Rule ID: SV-4335r2_rule
Vulnerability ID: V-4335
Group Title: GEN000000-LNX00500
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CCIs
CCIs tied to check.
| 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
Controls tied to check. These are derived from the CCIs shown above.
| Number | Title |
|---|---|
| AC-6 |
Least Privilege |