Check: GEN001180
VMware ESX 3 Server:
GEN001180
(in version v1 r2)
Title
All network services daemon files must have mode 0755 or less permissive. (Cat II impact)
Discussion
Restricting permission on daemons will protect them from unauthorized modification and possible system compromise.
Check Content
Check the mode of network services daemon files. If any have modes more permissive than 0755, this is a finding.
Fix Text
Change the mode of the network services daemon. # chmod 0755 <path>
Additional Identifiers
Rule ID: SV-786r2_rule
Vulnerability ID: V-786
Group Title: GEN001180
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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 |