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All NFS-exported system files and system directories must be group-owned by root, bin, sys, or system.
Overview
| Finding ID | Version | Rule ID | IA Controls | Severity |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| V-22496 | GEN005810 | SV-26171r1_rule | ECLP-1 | Medium |
| Description |
|---|
| Failure to give group ownership of sensitive files or directories to root provides the members of the owning group with the potential to access sensitive information or change system configuration which could weaken the system's security posture. |
| STIG | Date |
|---|---|
| AIX 6.1 SECURITY TECHNICAL IMPLEMENTATION GUIDE | 2018-09-18 |
Details
| Check Text ( C-29278r1_chk ) |
|---|
| Determine if the NFS exported directories on the system are group-owned by root. If any are not, this is a finding. |
| Fix Text (F-26305r1_fix) |
|---|
| Change the group owner of NFS exported directories to root. |