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The /usr/lib/smb.conf file must have mode 0644 or less permissive.
Overview
| Finding ID | Version | Rule ID | IA Controls | Severity |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| V-1028 | GEN006140 | SV-39229r1_rule | ECLP-1 | Medium |
| Description |
|---|
| If the smb.conf file has excessive permissions, the file may be maliciously modified and the Samba configuration could be compromised. |
| STIG | Date |
|---|---|
| AIX 5.3 Security Technical Implementation Guide | 2013-11-04 |
Details
| Check Text ( None ) |
|---|
| None |
| Fix Text (F-34584r1_fix) |
|---|
| Change the mode of the smb.conf file to 0644 or less permissive. Procedure: # chmod 0644 /usr/lib/smb.conf |