Check: GEN008100
VMware ESX 3 Server:
GEN008100
(in version v1 r2)
Title
If the system is using LDAP for authentication or account information, the /etc/ldap.conf (or equivalent) file must be group-owned by root, bin, sys, or system. (Cat II impact)
Discussion
LDAP can be used to provide user authentication and account information, which are vital to system security. The LDAP client configuration must be protected from unauthorized modification.
Check Content
Check the group ownership of the file. Procedure: # ls -lL /etc/ldap.conf If the file is not group-owned by root, bin, sys, or system, this is a finding.
Fix Text
Change the group owner of the file to root, bin, sys, or system. Procedure: # chgrp root /etc/ldap.conf
Additional Identifiers
Rule ID: SV-26948r1_rule
Vulnerability ID: V-22561
Group Title: GEN008100
Expert Comments
CCIs
Number | Definition |
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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
Number | Title |
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AC-6 |
Least Privilege |