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The /usr/lib/smb.conf file must be group-owned by bin, sys, or system.
Overview
| Finding ID | Version | Rule ID | IA Controls | Severity |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| V-1056 | GEN006120 | SV-39231r1_rule | ECLP-1 | Medium |
| Description |
|---|
| If the group-owner of the smb.conf file is not root or a system group, the file may be maliciously modified and the Samba configuration could be compromised. |
| STIG | Date |
|---|---|
| AIX 6.1 Security Technical Implementation Guide | 2013-09-23 |
Details
| Check Text ( None ) |
|---|
| None |
| Fix Text (F-33481r1_fix) |
|---|
| Change the group owner of the smb.conf file. Procedure: # chgrp system /usr/lib/smb.conf |