The ypserv package must not be installed.
Overview
| Finding ID | Version | Rule ID | IA Controls | Severity |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| V-208917 | OL6-00-000220 | SV-208917r793703_rule | Medium |
| Description |
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| Removing the "ypserv" package decreases the risk of the accidental (or intentional) activation of NIS or NIS+ services. |
| STIG | Date |
|---|---|
| Oracle Linux 6 Security Technical Implementation Guide | 2021-12-03 |
Details
| Check Text ( C-9170r357731_chk ) |
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| Run the following command to determine if the "ypserv" package is installed: # rpm -q ypserv If the package is installed, this is a finding. |
| Fix Text (F-9170r357732_fix) |
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| The "ypserv" package can be uninstalled with the following command: # yum erase ypserv |