The /etc/group file must have mode 0444 or less permissive.
Overview
| Finding ID | Version | Rule ID | IA Controls | Severity |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| V-22337 | GEN001393 | SV-38339r1_rule | ECLP-1 | Medium |
| Description |
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| The /etc/group file is critical to system security and must be protected from unauthorized modification. The group file contains a list of system groups and associated information. |
| STIG | Date |
|---|---|
| HP-UX 11.23 Security Technical Implementation Guide | 2013-11-04 |
Details
| Check Text ( None ) |
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| None |
| Fix Text (F-31653r1_fix) |
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| Change the mode of the /etc/group file to 0444 or less permissive. # chmod 0444 /etc/group |