Title

If the system is using LDAP for authentication or account information, the /etc/ldap.conf file (or equivalent) must not contain passwords. (Cat II impact)

Discussion

The authentication of automated LDAP connections between systems must not use passwords since more secure methods are available, such as PKI and Kerberos. Additionally, the storage of unencrypted passwords on the system is not permitted.

Check Content

Consult vendor documentation for the procedures concerning the configuration of LDAP for providing authentication and account information. Examine the LDAP configuration file(s). If the LDAP configuration file contains an unencrypted password, this is a finding. If the LDAP configuration file contains an encrypted password accessible by regular users on the system, this is a finding.

Fix Text

Consult vendor documentation for the procedures for configuring LDAP for authentication and account information. Remove any passwords from LDAP configuration files.

Additional Identifiers

Rule ID: SV-30059r1_rule

Vulnerability ID: V-24384

Group Title: GEN008050

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