Check: ACF0530
zOS ACF2 STIG:
ACF0530
(in versions v6 r43 through v6 r30)
Title
The TSOTWX GSO record values are set to the values specified. (Cat II impact)
Discussion
The system-wide options control the default settings for determining how the ACP will function when handling requests for access to the operating system environment, ACP, and customer data. The ACP provides the ability to set a number of these fields at the subsystem level. If no setting is found, the system-wide defaults will be used. The improper setting of any one of these fields, individually or in combination with another, can compromise the security of the processing environment. In addition, failure to establish standardized settings for the ACP control options introduces the possibility of exposure during a migration process or contingency plan activation.
Check Content
a) Refer to the following report produced by the ACF2 Data Collection: - ACF2CMDS.RPT(ACFGSO) Automated Analysis Refer to the following report produced by the ACF2 Data Collection: - PDI(ACF0530) b) If the GSO TSOTWX record values conform to the following requirements, there is NO FINDING. CR(15) IDLE(17) LENGTH(8) M1(X) M2(N) M3(Z) M4(M) STRING() c) If there is any deviation from the above requirements in the GSO TSOTWX record values, this is a FINDING.
Fix Text
The IAO will ensure that the TSOTWX GSO values are set to the values specified. Defines a cross out mask to obliterate the logon password on TWX devices. CR(15) IDLE(17) LENGTH(8) M1(X) M2(N) M3(Z) M4(M) STRING() Example: SET C(GSO) INSERT TSOTWX CR(15) IDLE(17) LENGTH(8) M1(X) M2(N) M3(Z) M4(M) STRING() F ACF2,REFRESH(TSOTWX)
Additional Identifiers
Rule ID: SV-155r2_rule
Vulnerability ID: V-155
Group Title: ACF0530
Expert Comments
CCIs
Number | Definition |
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CCI-000206 |
The information system obscures feedback of authentication information during the authentication process to protect the information from possible exploitation/use by unauthorized individuals. |
Controls
Number | Title |
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IA-6 |
Authenticator Feedback |