The /etc/smb.conf file must have mode 0644 or less permissive.
Overview
| Finding ID | Version | Rule ID | IA Controls | Severity |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| V-1028 | GEN006140 | SV-37875r1_rule | ECLP-1 | Medium |
| Description |
|---|
| If the "smb.conf" file has excessive permissions, the file may be maliciously modified and the Samba configuration could be compromised. |
| STIG | Date |
|---|---|
| Red Hat Enterprise Linux 5 Security Technical Implementation Guide | 2014-07-02 |
Details
| Check Text ( None ) |
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| None |
| Fix Text (F-32370r1_fix) |
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| Change the mode of the smb.conf file to 0644 or less permissive. Procedure: # chmod 0644 smb.conf. |