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The /usr/lib/smb.conf file must not have an extended ACL.
Overview
| Finding ID | Version | Rule ID | IA Controls | Severity |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| V-22497 | GEN006150 | SV-38824r1_rule | ECLP-1 | Medium |
| Description |
|---|
| Excessive permissions could endanger the security of the Samba configuration file and, ultimately, the system and network. |
| STIG | Date |
|---|---|
| AIX 5.3 Security Technical Implementation Guide | 2012-05-25 |
Details
| Check Text ( C-37071r1_chk ) |
|---|
| Check the group ownership of the Samba configuration file. # aclget /usr/lib/smb.conf If the extended attributes are not disabled, this is a finding. |
| Fix Text (F-32340r1_fix) |
|---|
| Remove the extended ACL from the /usr/lib/smb.conf file and change extended attributes to disabled. #acledit /usr/lib/smb.conf |