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Automated file system mounting tools must not be enabled unless needed.
Overview
| Finding ID | Version | Rule ID | IA Controls | Severity |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| V-22577 | GEN008440 | SV-37980r1_rule | ECSC-1 | Low |
| Description |
|---|
| Automated file system mounting tools may provide unprivileged users with the ability to access local media and network shares. If this access is not necessary for the system’s operation, it must be disabled to reduce the risk of unauthorized access to these resources. |
| STIG | Date |
|---|---|
| Red Hat Enterprise Linux 5 Security Technical Implementation Guide | 2012-05-25 |
Details
| Check Text ( C-37278r1_chk ) |
|---|
| If the autofs service is needed, this vulnerability is not applicable. Check if the autofs service is running. # service autofs status If the service is running, this is a finding. |
| Fix Text (F-32515r1_fix) |
|---|
| Stop and disable the autofs service. # service autofs stop # chkconfig autofs off |