The hosts.lpd (or equivalent) must have mode 0644 or less permissive.
Overview
| Finding ID | Version | Rule ID | IA Controls | Severity |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| V-829 | GEN003940 | SV-35148r1_rule | ECLP-1 | Medium |
| Description |
|---|
| Excessive permissions on the hosts.lpd (or equivalent) file may permit unauthorized modification. Unauthorized modifications could disrupt access to local printers from authorized remote hosts or permit unauthorized remote access to local printers. |
| STIG | Date |
|---|---|
| HP-UX 11.31 Security Technical Implementation Guide | 2017-01-27 |
Details
| Check Text ( None ) |
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| None |
| Fix Text (F-30299r1_fix) |
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| Change the mode of the /etc/hosts.lpd file (or equivalent) to 0644 or less permissive. Procedure: # chmod 0644 |