Skeleton files must not have extended ACLs.
Overview
| Finding ID | Version | Rule ID | IA Controls | Severity |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| V-22357 | GEN001810 | SV-38346r1_rule | ECLP-1 | Medium |
| Description |
|---|
| If the skeleton files are not protected, unauthorized personnel could change user startup parameters and possibly jeopardize user files. |
| STIG | Date |
|---|---|
| HP-UX 11.23 Security Technical Implementation Guide | 2012-05-25 |
Details
| Check Text ( C-36385r1_chk ) |
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| Check skeleton files for extended ACLs. # ls -alL /etc/skel If the permissions include a "+", the file has an extended ACL, this is a finding. |
| Fix Text (F-31724r1_fix) |
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| Remove the optional ACL from the file. # chacl -z [skeleton file with extended ACL] |