The /etc/group file must be group-owned by root, bin, or sys.
Overview
| Finding ID | Version | Rule ID | IA Controls | Severity |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| V-22336 | GEN001392 | SV-37352r1_rule | ECLP-1 | Medium |
| Description |
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| The /etc/group file is critical to system security and must be protected from unauthorized modification. The group file contains a list of system groups and associated information. |
| STIG | Date |
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| Red Hat Enterprise Linux 5 Security Technical Implementation Guide | 2014-07-02 |
Details
| Check Text ( None ) |
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| None |
| Fix Text (F-31287r1_fix) |
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| Change the group-owner of the /etc/group file. Procedure: # chgrp root /etc/group |