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System log files must have mode 644 or less permissive.
Overview
| Finding ID | Version | Rule ID | IA Controls | Severity |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| V-787 | GEN001260 M6 | SV-37890r1_rule | ECTP-1 | Medium |
| Description |
|---|
| If the system log files are not protected, unauthorized users could change the logged data, eliminating its forensic value. |
| STIG | Date |
|---|---|
| MAC OSX 10.6 Workstation Security Technical Implementation Guide Draft | 2013-01-10 |
Details
| Check Text ( C-37569r1_chk ) |
|---|
| Open a terminal session and enter the following command to verify the permissions. ls -lLR /var/log /var/audit If any of the log files have modes more permissive than 644, this is a finding. |
| Fix Text (F-32812r1_fix) |
|---|
| Open a terminal session and enter the following command to change the mode of the system log file(s). chmod 644 |