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If the system is using LDAP for authentication or account information, the /etc/ldap.conf (or equivalent) file must not have an extended ACL.
Overview
| Finding ID | Version | Rule ID | IA Controls | Severity |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| V-22562 | GEN008120 | SV-38972r1_rule | ECLP-1 | Medium |
| Description |
|---|
| LDAP can be used to provide user authentication and account information, which are vital to system security. The LDAP client configuration must be protected from unauthorized modification. |
| STIG | Date |
|---|---|
| AIX 5.3 Security Technical Implementation Guide | 2012-05-25 |
Details
| Check Text ( C-37925r1_chk ) |
|---|
| Check the permissions of the /etc/security/ldap/ldap.cfg file. Procedure: # aclget /etc/security/ldap/ldap.cfg Check to see if extended permissions are enabled. If extended permissions are enabled, this is a finding. |
| Fix Text (F-33181r1_fix) |
|---|
| Remove the extended ACL from the /etc/security/ldap/ldap.cfg file. # acledit /etc/security/ldap/ldap.cfg Disable extended file permissions. |