Check: GEN001590
VMware ESX 3 Server:
GEN001590
(in version v1 r2)
Title
All run control scripts must have no extended ACLs. (Cat II impact)
Discussion
If the startup files are writable by other users, the startup files could be modified to insert malicious commands.
Check Content
Verify run control scripts have no extended ACLs. # ls -lL /etc/rc* /etc/init.d If the permissions include a "+", the file has an extended ACL and this is a finding.
Fix Text
Remove the extended ACL from the run control script(s).
Additional Identifiers
Rule ID: SV-26000r1_rule
Vulnerability ID: V-22353
Group Title: GEN001590
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CCIs
CCIs tied to check.
| 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
Controls tied to check. These are derived from the CCIs shown above.
| Number | Title |
|---|---|
| AC-6 |
Least Privilege |