Check: TSS0320
zOS TSS STIG:
TSS0320
(in versions v6 r43 through v6 r30)
Title
The DEBUG Control Option value is not set to (OFF). (Cat II impact)
Discussion
The DEBUG Control Option controls the production of debugging dumps used to determine the cause of abnormal error conditions. 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 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 migration process or contingency plan activation.
Check Content
a) Refer to the following report produced by the TSS Data Collection: - TSSCMDS.RPT(STATUS) Automated Analysis Refer to the following report produced by the TSS Data Collection: - PDI(TSS0320) b) If the DEBUG Control Option value is set to OFF, there is NO FINDING. c) If the DEBUG Control Option value is set to ON, this is a FINDING
Fix Text
The IAO will ensure DEBUG control option is set to (OFF). Evaluate the impact associated with implementation of the control option. Develop a plan of action to implement the DEBUG control option setting to (OFF) and proceed with the change.
Additional Identifiers
Rule ID: SV-193r2_rule
Vulnerability ID: V-193
Group Title: TSS0320
Expert Comments
CCIs
Number | Definition |
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CCI-002883 |
Restrict the use of maintenance tools to authorized personnel only. |
Controls
Number | Title |
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MA-3(4) |
Restricted Tool Use |