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The /etc/netsvc.conf file must be root owned.
Overview
| Finding ID | Version | Rule ID | IA Controls | Severity |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| V-29491 | GEN000000-AIX0085 | SV-38695r1_rule | ECLP-1 | Medium |
| Description |
|---|
| The /etc/netsvc.conf file is used to specify the ordering of name resolution for the sendmail command, alias resolution for the sendmail command, and host name resolution routines. Malicious changes could prevent the system from functioning correctly or compromise system security. |
| STIG | Date |
|---|---|
| AIX 5.3 Security Technical Implementation Guide | 2013-03-26 |
Details
| Check Text ( C-38419r1_chk ) |
|---|
| Verify the /etc/netsvc.conf file is owned by root. # ls -l /etc/netsvc.conf If the file is not owned by root, this is a finding. |
| Fix Text (F-33710r1_fix) |
|---|
| Change the owner of the /etc/netsvc.conf file to root. # chown root /etc/netsvc.conf |