There must be no .netrc files on the system.
Overview
| Finding ID | Version | Rule ID | IA Controls | Severity |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| V-913 | GEN002000 | SV-38499r1_rule | IAIA-2 ECCD-2 IAIA-1 ECCD-1 | Medium |
| Description |
|---|
| Unencrypted passwords for remote FTP servers may be stored in .netrc files. Policy requires passwords to be encrypted in storage and not used in access scripts. |
| STIG | Date |
|---|---|
| HP-UX 11.23 Security Technical Implementation Guide | 2015-12-02 |
Details
| Check Text ( C-36369r1_chk ) |
|---|
| Check the system for the existence of any .netrc files. Procedure: # find / -name .netrc If any .netrc file exists, this is a finding. |
| Fix Text (F-31706r1_fix) |
|---|
| Remove the .netrc file(s). Procedure: # rm .netrc |