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The /etc/sysctl.conf file must be group-owned by root.
Overview
| Finding ID | Version | Rule ID | IA Controls | Severity |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| V-4335 | GEN000000-LNX00500 | SV-37257r1_rule | ECLP-1 | Medium |
| Description |
|---|
| The sysctl.conf file specifies the values for kernel parameters to be set on boot. These settings can affect the system's security. |
| STIG | Date |
|---|---|
| Red Hat Enterprise Linux 5 Security Technical Implementation Guide | 2012-05-25 |
Details
| Check Text ( C-35947r1_chk ) |
|---|
| Check /etc/sysctl.conf group ownership: # ls -lL /etc/sysctl.conf If /etc/sysctl.conf is not group-owned by root, this is a finding. |
| Fix Text (F-31203r1_fix) |
|---|
| Use the chgrp command to change the group owner of /etc/sysctl.conf to root: # chgrp root /etc/sysctl.conf |