Check: GEN003260
VMware ESX 3 Server:
GEN003260
(in version v1 r2)
Title
The cron.deny file must be owned by root, bin, or sys. (Cat II impact)
Discussion
Cron daemon control files restrict the scheduling of automated tasks and must be protected.
Check Content
Check the owner of the cron.deny file. If the owner is not root, bin, or sys, this is a finding.
Fix Text
Change the owner of the cron.deny file to root, bin, or sys.
Additional Identifiers
Rule ID: SV-4430r2_rule
Vulnerability ID: V-27375
Group Title: GEN003260
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CCIs
CCIs tied to check.
| Number | Definition |
|---|---|
| CCI-001009 |
The information system uses cryptographic mechanisms to protect and restrict access to information on portable digital media. |
Controls
Controls tied to check. These are derived from the CCIs shown above.
| Number | Title |
|---|---|
| No controls are assigned to this check |