The /etc/passwd file must be owned by root.
Overview
| Finding ID | Version | Rule ID | IA Controls | Severity |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| V-22332 | GEN001378 | SV-37336r1_rule | ECLP-1 | Medium |
| Description |
|---|
| The /etc/passwd file contains the list of local system accounts. It is vital to system security and must be protected from unauthorized modification. |
| STIG | Date |
|---|---|
| Red Hat Enterprise Linux 5 Security Technical Implementation Guide | 2014-07-02 |
Details
| Check Text ( None ) |
|---|
| None |
| Fix Text (F-31273r1_fix) |
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| Change the owner of the /etc/passwd file to root. # chown root /etc/passwd |