Check: GEN001810
VMware ESX 3 Server:
GEN001810
(in version v1 r2)
Title
Skeleton files must not have extended ACLs. (Cat II impact)
Discussion
If the skeleton files are not protected, unauthorized personnel could change user startup parameters and possibly jeopardize user files.
Check Content
Check skeleton files for extended ACLs. # ls -alL /etc/skel If the permissions include a "+", the file has an extended ACL and this is a finding.
Fix Text
Remove the extended ACL from the skeleton file(s).
Additional Identifiers
Rule ID: SV-26004r1_rule
Vulnerability ID: V-22357
Group Title: GEN001810
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CCIs
CCIs tied to check.
| Number | Definition |
|---|---|
| CCI-000225 |
Employ the principle of least privilege, allowing only authorized accesses for users (or processes acting on behalf of users) which are necessary to accomplish assigned organizational tasks. |
Controls
Controls tied to check. These are derived from the CCIs shown above.
| Number | Title |
|---|---|
| AC-6 |
Least Privilege |