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The system package management tool must not automatically obtain updates.
Overview
| Finding ID | Version | Rule ID | IA Controls | Severity |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| V-22589 | GEN008820 | SV-38962r1_rule | ECSC-1 | Low |
| Description |
|---|
| System package management tools can obtain a list of updates and patches from a package repository and make this information available to the SA for review and action. Using a package repository outside of the organization's control presents a risk that malicious packages could be introduced. |
| STIG | Date |
|---|---|
| Draft AIX Security Technical Implementation Guide | 2011-08-17 |
Details
| Check Text ( C-37104r1_chk ) |
|---|
| Determine if the system package management tool is configured to automatically obtain updated packages. If it is, this is a finding. AIX does not automatically obtain updates. |
| Fix Text (F-26356r1_fix) |
|---|
| Configure the system package management tool not to automatically obtain updates. |