The system's boot loader configuration file(s) must not have extended ACLs.
Overview
| Finding ID | Version | Rule ID | IA Controls | Severity |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| V-22585 | GEN008740 | SV-38987r1_rule | ECLP-1 | Medium |
| Description |
|---|
| File system extended ACLs provide access to files beyond what is allowed by the mode numbers of the files. If extended ACLs are present on the system's boot loader configuration file(s), these files may be vulnerable to unauthorized access or modification, which could compromise the system's boot process. |
| STIG | Date |
|---|---|
| Draft AIX Security Technical Implementation Guide | 2011-08-17 |
Details
| Check Text ( C-37101r1_chk ) |
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| AIX stores the Service processor password in firmware, not on a filesystem and it is not a check. |
| Fix Text (F-33203r1_fix) |
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| No fix necessary. |