The /etc/smbpasswd file must be group-owned by root.
Overview
| Finding ID | Version | Rule ID | IA Controls | Severity |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| V-1058 | GEN006180 | SV-39235r1_rule | ECLP-1 | Medium |
| Description |
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| If the smbpasswd file is not group-owned by root, the smbpasswd file may be maliciously accessed or modified, potentially resulting in the compromise of Samba accounts. |
| STIG | Date |
|---|---|
| Draft AIX Security Technical Implementation Guide | 2011-08-17 |
Details
| Check Text ( C-38209r1_chk ) |
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| Check smbpasswd ownership. # find / -name smbpasswd # ls –lL < smbpasswd file> If smbpasswd is not group-owned by root, sys, or system, this is a finding. |
| Fix Text (F-33485r1_fix) |
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| Use the chgrp command to change the group owner of the smbpasswd file is root. # chgrp system < smbpasswd file > |