The /etc/security.dsc file must be group-owned by sys.
Overview
| Finding ID | Version | Rule ID | IA Controls | Severity |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| V-40467 | GEN000000-HPUX0330 | SV-52455r1_rule | ECLP-1 | Medium |
| Description |
|---|
| The /etc/security.dsc file is the system description file that contains all attributes and default values that are configurable on a per user basis in /var/adm/userdb. If the description file is modified maliciously, users may gain unauthorized system access. |
| STIG | Date |
|---|---|
| HP-UX 11.23 Security Technical Implementation Guide | 2015-12-02 |
Details
| Check Text ( C-47016r2_chk ) |
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| If the system is configured for Trusted Mode, this check is not applicable. For SMSE: Verify the file is group-owned by sys. # ls -lL /etc/security.dsc If the file is not group-owned by sys, this is a finding. |
| Fix Text (F-45417r1_fix) |
|---|
| If the system is operating in Trusted Mode, no fix is required. For SMSE: As root, change the file group ownership. # chgrp sys /etc/security.dsc |